Question

Which of the following is correct?

(a) Typically, in simulated combat we can detect large aircraft quickly than the smaller aircraft

(b) Lift is always the same as weight

(c) We cannot detect large aircraft at all

(d) We can always find small aircraft

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

Answer 1

Correct answer is (a) Typically, in simulated combat we can detect large aircraft quickly than the smaller aircraft

To explain: Lift is not always the same as weight. We can detect large aircraft based on its visual parameters. Small aircraft can be found by using its color, noise, etc. Hence, the correct option will be in simulated combat we can detect large aircraft quickly than the smaller aircraft. This is primarily due to its size.