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FLIGHT THEORY AND AERODYNAMICS
A Practical Guide for Operational Safety
FOURTH EDITION
Joseph R. Badick
Brian A. Johnson
Copyright © 2022 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc. All rights reserved
© 2022 John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
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Preface
The fourth edition of Flight Theory and Aerodynamics was revised to further enhance the book’s use as an introductory text for colleges and universities offering an aeronautical program. After surveying students enrolled in collegiate aviation programs, college professors, and aviation industry professionals, the result is this fourth edition that combines introductory concepts of aerodynamics with simple, yet important introductory practical application of math formulas.
All 15 chapters have some level of updating and additional content. The revision contains additional explanation of math equations with step‐by‐step examples on the application of the equation to flight. Most chapters have been updated with special areas of interest titled “Application,” that offer opportunities for further exploration and application of the chapter material. The fourth revision was written for those in the aviation industry, regardless of their position and level of experience. Whether this textbook will serve as one’s first venture into a career in aerodynamics, or simply serve as a reference handbook for those already established within the aviation industry, the core goals of this textbook are to improve the application of flight theory to introductory aerodynamics and expand operational flight safety.
Changes in the fourth edition:
Added chapter objectives at the beginning of each chapter
Consolidation of Chapters 6 and 7, and Chapters 8 and 9
Added Application areas to expand the practical application of chapter material
Added step‐by‐step examples of how to apply math equations to real‐world situations
Added additional end of chapter questions and solutions
Added updated graphics, including correlation with current government agency publications
Added detail in subject matter emphasizing practical application
The authors would like to thank their contacts at Wiley for their continuous support throughout this revision, as well as the support of colleagues and families. In particular, the authors would like to thank William O. Young for his technical and editorial contribution to this revision, in addition to his careful