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STALLING ANGLE ATTACK [1 record]

Record 1 2012-02-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Aircraft Maneuvers
  • Aeroindustry
CONT

Separation occurs near the [leading] trailing edge when the stalling angle of attack is reached.

OBS

According to Jane's Aerospace Dictionary the term "critical angle" is incorrectly used to mean "stalling angle of attack".

French

Domaine(s)
  • Manœuvres d'aéronefs
  • Constructions aéronautiques
CONT

Le décollement se produit près du bord [d'attaque de fuite] lorsque l'angle de décrochage est atteint.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Maniobras de las aeronaves
  • Industria aeronáutica
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