Aviation Load Factor Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the aviation load factor is:

\[ \text{LF} = \frac{\text{L}}{\text{W}} \]

Where:

\(\text{LF}\) is the Load Factor
\(\text{L}\) is the total aircraft lift (N)
\(\text{W}\) is the total aircraft weight (N)

What is Load Factor?

Load Factor refers to the ratio of the total lift generated by an aircraft to its total weight. This metric is crucial for understanding the performance and safety margins of an aircraft during various phases of flight. The calculation helps in analyzing the structural limits and aerodynamic capabilities of the aircraft.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Total Aircraft Lift (L) = 5000 N
Total Aircraft Weight (W) = 4000 N

Using the formula:

\[ \text{LF} = \frac{5000}{4000} = 1.25 \]

The Load Factor is 1.25.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Total Aircraft Lift (L) = 7000 N
Total Aircraft Weight (W) = 3500 N

Using the formula:

\[ \text{LF} = \frac{7000}{3500} = 2.00 \]

The Load Factor is 2.00.