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Wing Loading is the loaded weight of the aircraft divided by the area of the wing. Check FAQs
WS=RρCL[g]2
WS - Wing Loading?R - Turn Radius?ρ - Freestream Density?CL - Lift Coefficient?[g] - Gravitational acceleration on Earth?

Wing Loading for given Turn Radius Example

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Here is how the Wing Loading for given Turn Radius equation looks like.

354.3308Edit=29495.25Edit1.225Edit0.002Edit9.80662
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Wing Loading for given Turn Radius Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Wing Loading for given Turn Radius?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
WS=RρCL[g]2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
WS=29495.25m1.225kg/m³0.002[g]2
Next Step Substitute values of Constants
WS=29495.25m1.225kg/m³0.0029.8066m/s²2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
WS=29495.251.2250.0029.80662
Next Step Evaluate
WS=354.330751930312Pa
LAST Step Rounding Answer
WS=354.3308Pa

Wing Loading for given Turn Radius Formula Elements

Variables
Constants
Wing Loading
Wing Loading is the loaded weight of the aircraft divided by the area of the wing.
Symbol: WS
Measurement: PressureUnit: Pa
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Turn Radius
Turn Radius is the radius of the flight path causing the airplane to turn in a circular path.
Symbol: R
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Freestream Density
Freestream Density is the mass per unit volume of air far upstream of an aerodynamic body at a given altitude.
Symbol: ρ
Measurement: DensityUnit: kg/m³
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Lift Coefficient
The Lift Coefficient is a dimensionless coefficient that relates the lift generated by a lifting body to the fluid density around the body, the fluid velocity and an associated reference area.
Symbol: CL
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Gravitational acceleration on Earth
Gravitational acceleration on Earth means that the velocity of an object in free fall will increase by 9.8 m/s2 every second.
Symbol: [g]
Value: 9.80665 m/s²

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How to Evaluate Wing Loading for given Turn Radius?

Wing Loading for given Turn Radius evaluator uses Wing Loading = (Turn Radius*Freestream Density*Lift Coefficient*[g])/2 to evaluate the Wing Loading, The Wing Loading for given Turn Radius is the amount of weight supported by the aircraft's wings per unit area, required to sustain a specific turn radius. This formula calculates wing loading based on turn radius, freestream density, lift coefficient, and gravitational acceleration. Understanding and applying this formula is essential for pilots and engineers in optimizing aircraft maneuverability and ensuring structural integrity during turns. Wing Loading is denoted by WS symbol.

How to evaluate Wing Loading for given Turn Radius using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Wing Loading for given Turn Radius, enter Turn Radius (R), Freestream Density ) & Lift Coefficient (CL) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Wing Loading for given Turn Radius

What is the formula to find Wing Loading for given Turn Radius?
The formula of Wing Loading for given Turn Radius is expressed as Wing Loading = (Turn Radius*Freestream Density*Lift Coefficient*[g])/2. Here is an example- 354.3308 = (29495.25*1.225*0.002*[g])/2.
How to calculate Wing Loading for given Turn Radius?
With Turn Radius (R), Freestream Density ) & Lift Coefficient (CL) we can find Wing Loading for given Turn Radius using the formula - Wing Loading = (Turn Radius*Freestream Density*Lift Coefficient*[g])/2. This formula also uses Gravitational acceleration on Earth constant(s).
What are the other ways to Calculate Wing Loading?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Wing Loading-
  • Wing Loading=([g]^2)*Freestream Density*Lift Coefficient*Load Factor/(2*(Turn Rate^2))OpenImg
Can the Wing Loading for given Turn Radius be negative?
No, the Wing Loading for given Turn Radius, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Wing Loading for given Turn Radius?
Wing Loading for given Turn Radius is usually measured using the Pascal[Pa] for Pressure. Kilopascal[Pa], Bar[Pa], Pound Per Square Inch[Pa] are the few other units in which Wing Loading for given Turn Radius can be measured.
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