Aircraft dynamics

Aircraft dynamics involves understanding how an aircraft moves through the air by balancing forces like lift, gravity, thrust, and drag. Lift, generated by the wings, counteracts gravity to keep the plane airborne. Thrust from engines propels the aircraft forward, while drag is air resistance that slows it down. Control surfaces like ailerons, elevators, and rudders allow pilots to change the aircraft's direction, pitch, and roll. These forces work together in complex ways, determining the aircraft’s speed, altitude, and stability, enabling safe and efficient flight across various conditions.