Lift-to-Drag Ratio From Endurance (Jet Airplane)

The Lift-to-Drag ratio is a measure of the efficiency of an aircraft in generating lift compared to the amount of drag it produces. A higher  ratio indicates a more efficient aircraft, as it means that the aircraft is producing a greater amount of lift relative to the drag it is experiencing. This ratio is often used to assess the performance and efficiency of an aircraft. The formula for Lift-to-Drag ratio is:

Where:

  • L/D is the Lift-to-Drag Ratio.
  • E is the Endurance in sec.
  • W0 is the Gross Weight in kg.
  • W1 is the Weight without Fuel in kg.
  • TSFC is the Thrust Specific Fuel Consumption in Kg/N*s.

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