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Aerodynamics Explained · June 22 · 4 min

When Air Stops Following the Wing – Flow Separation Explained

In this episode of Aerodynamics Explained, we explore flow separation: the moment airflow stops following a wing's surface. We'll examine why it happens, how it affects lift and drag, and why it lies at the heart of aerodynamic stalls.

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In this episode of Aerodynamics Explained, we explore flow separation: the moment airflow stops following a wing's surface.

We'll examine why it happens, how it affects lift and drag, and why it lies at the heart of aerodynamic stalls.

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