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RC Master Class 3: Aerodynamics 101 — Lift, Drag & Stability
RC aircraft obey the same aerodynamic laws as full-scale airplanes. By understanding lift, drag, thrust, and weight—and how design variables influence them—you can precisely tune your RC model for maximum stability, efficiency, and performance. ________________________________________ 1. The Four Fundamental Forces of Flight Every RC airplane is governed by four interacting forces: • Lift (L): Upward force generated by the wing • Weight (W): Downward force from gravity • Thrust (T): Forward force from the propeller...
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