Fowler flaps Calculator

Fowler flaps are a type of high-lift device used on the wings of aircraft to increase lift during takeoff and landing. They are hinged at the wing’s trailing edge and can be extended downward and rearward from the wing surface. This deployment increases the wing’s camber, effectively increasing its lift coefficient.

Where:

  • is the area of the flap when fully extended.
  • is the original area of the wing.

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