Ground Effect: Learning to Use it To Your Advantage in Aviation

You approach the runway, feeling success close. Your heart races; soon you'll touch down and complete your journey. But suddenly the aircraft starts to float! That's ground effect and in this article, we'll explore why understanding ground effect is so important for all aviators.
You approach the runway, feeling success close. Your heart races; soon you'll touch down and complete your journey. But suddenly the aircraft starts to float!
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You approach the runway, feeling success close. Your heart races; soon you'll touch down and complete your journey. But suddenly the aircraft starts to float! You're not alone in this experience; it's a phenomenon known as ground effect that most pilots encounter at some point in their career. In this article, we'll explore why understanding ground effect is so important for all aviators.

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