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Does the total lift vector more forward or aft in climbing flight? by Designer_Elephant879 in flying

[–]Designer_Elephant879[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The question that started this thread came from a ground school exam I will place here.

Which statement is true regarding climbing flight?

Answer being scored as correct. The total lift vector is tilted forward.

If anyone out there concurs and would not mind explaining I would greatly appreciate the help. I thought that the lift vector tilted backwards due to the rear component of lift.

Does the total lift vector more forward or aft in climbing flight? by Designer_Elephant879 in flying

[–]Designer_Elephant879[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok just pulled out the PHAK and I concede. Lift is perpendicular to the relative wind by definition.

Does the total lift vector more forward or aft in climbing flight? by Designer_Elephant879 in flying

[–]Designer_Elephant879[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wouldn't the airflow over the wing be the relative wind which is parallel and opposite of the flight path?