Lift Equation

The lift equation describes how the lift force generated by a wing depends on several factors: the shape and size of the wing, the speed of the aircraft, the air density, and the angle at which the wing meets the air (angle of attack). Essentially, as the plane moves forward, the wing's shape and tilt cause air to move faster over one side, creating lower pressure on that side, and higher pressure on the opposite side. This pressure difference produces lift, which counteracts gravity and keeps the aircraft in the air.