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Critical Angle of Attack: What Every Pilot Should Understand
The CTS Team
February 3, 2026
Discover the Critical Angle of Attack The critical angle of attack is the maximum angle between the wing’s chord line and the relative wind at which lift can be maintained. When this angle is exceeded, airflow separates from the wing, lift decreases abruptly, and the aircraft stalls. This fundamental aerodynamic limit exists regardless of aircraft type, pilot
Critical Angle of Attack: What Every Pilot Should Understand
The CTS Team
February 3, 2026
Discover the Critical Angle of Attack The critical angle of attack is the maximum angle between the wing’s chord line and the relative wind at which lift can be maintained. When this angle is exceeded, airflow separates from the wing, lift decreases abruptly, and the aircraft stalls. This fundamental aerodynamic limit exists regardless of aircraft type, pilot
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The CTS Team
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