Description

Theory of Flight is about how aircraft fly and the related theoretical background which is the inevitable consequence of flight. The content of the articles in this category is generic. While most pilots are taught many of the concepts discussed within this category, many pilots do not encounter the application of some of the underlying principles until much later on in their career. The purpose of this category in SKYbrary is to provide simple summaries of those parts of the theory of flight for which a good understanding is most likely to support safe flight, both in normal and abnormal circumstances.

The Effects of not appreciating key points about the theory of flight can ultimately be terminal loss of control of the aircraft, perhaps after an unexpected initial loss of control.