THEORY OF FLIGHT

Series: Physics series

Duration: 11 min

Year Published: 1941

Creator: Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Inc

Format: 16mm

Sound: Sound

Description: Illustrates the application of physical laws to forces acting on airfoils. Wind tunnels demonstrate the relation of air velocity to lift and drag on plain and cambered airfoils. The control of longitudinal, lateral, and longitudinal axes by means of the rudder, elevator, and ailerons, is demonstrated in pitching, rolling, and yawing.

Complete Record: Series: Physics series Dewey number: 533 Audience level: jh-sh-c-trade Guide 15c Format/cost: 16-sd-$50 Distributors / rental: Not shown in source

Metadata Source:Educational Film Guide 1946