What is the Relationship Between Weight and Wing Loading in Aerodynamics?

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The discussion focuses on calculating key aerodynamic parameters for an aircraft with a weight of 4000 N and a wing loading of 65 N per square meter. The main objectives are to determine the minimum drag, maximum lift-to-drag ratio, and minimum drag speed at sea level. The relevant equation provided is for the coefficient of drag (CD), which incorporates the coefficient of lift (CL). Participants are encouraged to provide solutions and theoretical explanations, as well as references to resources that could assist in solving this problem. The inquiry highlights the relationship between weight and wing loading in aerodynamics.
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Homework Statement


a) The weight of the aircraft = 4000 N
b) Wing loading of the aircraft = 65N per sq m
c) Find the minimum drag, maximum lift to drag ratio and the minimum drag speed at sea level


Homework Equations



CD = 0.019 + 0.04 CL2
Where CD is coefficient of Drag
CL is coefficient of Lift
CL2 is square of coeff of lift



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This is one of the common question in aerodynamics. Kindly help me solving this, if possible with theory suppourting the solution. If u are aware of any site possessing a solution for this kind of problem, do let me know.
 
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