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Center of pressure

A point along the wing chord line where lift is considered to be concentrated. For this reason, the center of pressure is commonly referred to as the center of lift.

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Center of pressure

Definition

  • A point along the wing chord line where lift is considered to be concentrated. For this reason, the center of pressure is commonly referred to as the center of lift.

References

  • Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge · Federal Aviation Administration · 2023