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December 1st 09, 09:14 PM
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visualisation of the lift distribution over a wing
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Ed wrote: On Sat, 28 Nov 2009 19:07:16 -0600, brian whatcott wrote: Stealth Pilot wrote: /snip/ it is the air below pushing you up that lifts the wing. Stealth Pilot In most circumstances, suction on the upper surface contributes about 2/3 rds of the lift, and pressure on the lower surface contributes about 1/3 rd. That's one reason which rib stitching for rag wings is a biggy. Brian W I have never noticed the fabric lifting on my wings, however I have seen the fuel siphon out of a wing tank due to an improperly applied fuel cap. And greater pressure in the tank than outside of it... -- Alan Baker Vancouver, British Columbia http://gallery.me.com/alangbaker/100008/DSCF0162/web.jpg 
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