Title: Explain the factors affecting air pressure around an airfoil.
Course: Aviation Maintenance Technology I (20114-I) > Section: Exploring Airframe and Control Surfaces

Explanation should include how the following factors affect an airfoil in flight:

- Temperature affects the lift generated by the airfoil.
- Air speed increases the pressure difference between the upper and lower wing surfaces.
- Altitude decreases the airfoil efficiency.
- Angle of attack affects the airflow over the wing.
- Air density is affected by all of the above and the implications on flight dynamics.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the effects of temperature on an airfoil?
- What are the effects of airspeed over a wing?

Teacher Resource:

- Altitude Pressure Chart, ITT Aerospace Controls