Q47823: Flight Simulator: Definition of Dihedral

Article: Q47823
Product(s): Microsoft Home Games
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Last Modified: 30-JUL-2001

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The dihedral is the angle (if any) at which the wings are tilted upward. Upward
dihedral, which forms a slight "V" shape as you look at the aircraft's front
view, increases stability and tends to automatically level a plane after a turn.

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