Average velocity in flight mechanics refers to the overall motion of an aircraft over a specific period of time. It is defined as the total displacement of the aircraft divided by the total time taken. This concept provides a measure of the average speed and direction of the aircraft during that time interval, offering insights into its overall performance. The formula to calculate Average velocity as follows:
Where:
- VLOF is the Lift-off Velocity in m/s,
- Vavg is the Average Velocity in m/s.