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Aerodynamics

# Lift

TERM · Aerodynamics

At a glance

## Meaning of Lift

The aerodynamic force component perpendicular to the relative airflow.

### More about Lift

Lift depends on airflow, wing area, air density and the wing's aerodynamic characteristics.

It is not always vertically upward relative to the Earth: in a banked turn it tilts with the aircraft. Lift and weight are different forces, even when they balance in a particular flight condition.

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