Theory of Flight

Illustrates the application of physical laws to forces acting on airfoils. Wind tunnel tests demonstrate the relation of air velocity to life and drag on a plane and cambered airfoils. Control of airplane movements about vertical, lateral, and longitudinal axes by means of the rudder, elevator, and ailerons, respectively, is demonstrate in pitching, rolling, a yawing.

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  1. 16mm Filmography (legacy record) — title, year, creator, length, format, color, description, catalog record