AE 120 - Principles of Flight and Aerodynamics

Class Hour(s) 3
3 Semester Credit Hour(s)

Explores the fundamental forces of flight and the aerodynamic principles governing fixed-wing aircraft. Topics include lift, drag, thrust, weight, airfoil design, flight stability, and performance factors. Emphasizes the physics of flight and introduces students to flight environment variables and basic aerodynamic calculations.

Prerequisite(s): AE 101