Theory of Flight

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Topics include basic aerodynamics with emphasis on lift, weight, thrust, and drag forces and moments acting upon an airplane in flight. Provides students with the opportunity to become acquainted with technical aviation terminology, the physics and mathematics necessary to understand various aspects of flight, and personal experience with aircraft design and testing through a balsa wood glider project. Click here for the Summer 2026 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2026 Schedule of Classes Add to Portfolio (opens a new window) Add to My Favorites (opens a new window) Share this Page Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window)