In flight mechanics, velocity refers to the speed and direction of an aircraft’s motion through the air. It is a crucial parameter influencing various aspects of flight performance, including lift, drag, and maneuverability. If excess power is greater, it generally implies that the aircraft has more power available than is required for maintaining its current velocity or altitude. The formula to Calculate Velocity as follows:
Where:
- is the velocity of the aircraft in m/s.
- is the excess power available in watt.
- is the thrust produced by the aircraft’s engines in N.
- is the drag force acting on the aircraft in N.