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(Part 3) How Do Air and Wind Help Planes Fly?
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About This Course
This part teaches how wind and air movement give airplanes the lift they need. You’ll learn about wings, speed, and how air flows over and under planes to keep them flying. With easy examples and fun facts, you’ll see how air becomes a superhero for planes in the sky!
We'll also explore how different wing shapes affect flight and why pilots must understand these principles to ensure safe journeys. By the end of this section, you'll appreciate the incredible science that turns powerful engines and clever designs into soaring aircraft.
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Curriculum Overview
This course includes 3 modules, 6 lessons, and 1:00 hours of materials.
In this chapter, you’ll learn how air and wind help airplanes fly. We’ll explore how wings work, how air flows, and why planes need wind to lift off.
Before you begin the quiz, please write your full name before start the quiz. This helps us know who you are and keep track of your progress.
🎯 Instructions:
1️⃣ Research:
- Find out how birds use their wings to fly.
- Learn how airplane wings (airfoils) generate lift.
- Compare how both use air pressure to stay in the air.
2️⃣ Draw & Label:
- Create two drawings: one of a bird's wing and one of an airplane's wing.
- Label important parts like feathers, wing shape, flaps, and airfoil curves.
3️⃣ Explain in Simple Words:
Write 3-5 sentences explaining the differences and similarities.
Answer these questions:
- How do bird wings and airplane wings help with lift?
- How do their shapes affect how they move in the air?
- What role does air pressure play in both?
📌 Submission Details:
Format: Hand-drawn or digital drawing + short explanation
Bonus: Find a fun fact about birds or airplanes and add it to your work!
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