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Old February 4th 07, 08:42 PM posted to rec.aviation.piloting
Mxsmanic
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Default Theory Q: Cold Air, Lower Fuel Consumption?

george writes:

Riiiight.
NACA sections are just to make the wing look pretty


No, they reduce drag and increase the range of angles of attack
through which lift is produced. The curves are not necessary for
lift.

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