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Module 8. Basic aerodynamics

With an increase in the amount of flap deployment, the stalling angle of a wing

  • remains the same.
  • increases.
  • decreases.

riccio_ruffo_44 asking:

Can Someone explane me why?

Community Comments (1)

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Gioppo Posts: 3 24.03.2026 / 20:22
Flap extension elongates the chord and increases the effective AOA. Hence even if the angle of the wing hasn't changed, wing is closer to a stalling angle. Linked image for reference: https://cdn.boldmethod.com/images/learn-to-fly/aircraft-systems/how-flaps-work/aoa-small.jpg

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