The weight change formula is an essential tool for pilots, allowing for quick recalculation of weight and balance when changes occur in the aircraft’s load. This formula helps avoid complex recalculations and ensures accurate adjustments to the center of gravity (C of G). Components of the Weight Change Formula The formula involves four key components: […]

Understanding Radio Communication for Solo Flying Once you start flying solo, you might encounter new terms and phrases on the radio that you haven’t heard before or that your instructor didn’t cover. I encountered many of these during my cross-country flights after obtaining my Private Pilot License (PPL). I began using the flight following service […]

Types of Drag Affecting an Airplane An airplane experiences two primary types of drag: parasite drag and induced drag. Parasite Drag Parasite drag encompasses three distinct types of drag: form drag, skin friction drag, and interference drag. This drag increases with surface area, air density, and velocity. Form Drag: This type of drag arises from […]