✈️ Part 1: Label the Diagram

1. Look at the diagram of the aeroplane below. Label each arrow with the correct force of flight.

Forces to use: Lift, Thrust, Drag, Gravity

Instructions: Write the name of each force next to the correct arrow. Remember:

• One force points upward

• One force points forward

• One force points backward

• One force points downward

📝 Part 2: Short Answer Questions

2. What force helps the plane move forward?

3. Which force pulls the plane downward?

4. What force pushes against the plane and slows it down?

5. Why does the plane rise into the air?

6. Name two forces that work together for a plane to fly smoothly.

Force 1: ________________________

Force 2: ________________________

🤔 Part 3: Think About It

7. Circle the correct answer: For a plane to fly in a straight line at the same speed, what must happen to the forces?

All forces must be equal

Lift and thrust must be stronger

Drag and gravity must be stronger

Only lift matters

8. Match each force with its correct description:

1. Lift

2. Thrust

3. Drag

4. Gravity

A. Air resistance that slows the plane

B. Force that pulls everything down to Earth

C. Force that pushes the plane forward

D. Force that pushes the plane upward

✏️ Part 4: Explain Your Understanding

9. Explain in your own words how all four forces work together to keep a plane flying.

10. What do you think would happen if the thrust force suddenly stopped working on a flying plane? Explain your answer.

Forces of Flight

Forces of Flight

✈️ Part 1: Label the Diagram

📝 Part 2: Short Answer Questions

🤔 Part 3: Think About It

✏️ Part 4: Explain Your Understanding

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