Question

Poor wing fuselage will reduce lift loss.

(a) True

(b) False

This question was addressed to me in semester exam.

This interesting question is from Configuration Layout topic in division Configuration Layout Considerations of Aircraft Design

Answer 1

Correct option is (b) False

To elaborate: A poorly designed fuselage can lead to drag rise, flow separation etc. As a result of these adverse effects lift loss will increase. Fuselage is considered as one of the primary drags producing member in an aircraft. Hence, an adequate design should be provided to reduce the lift loss.