By understanding how air flows, humans can create machines that can fly. From the simplest glider to the most complex fighter plane, all flight is governed by the principles of thrust, lift and drag. Explore the interactive exhibits and examine the artifacts to discover how these scientific principles affect aircraft design.
Air & Aircraft
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US Air Force
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US Air Force
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US Air Force/Bobbi C. Zapka
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US Navy
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Gilles Auliard