During a stall, the airplane ____ the lift.
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loses
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gains
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has no change
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none of these
A
Correct answer
Explanation
A stall occurs when the wing's critical angle of attack is exceeded, causing a sudden loss of lift. During a stall, the airplane loses lift because the smooth airflow over the wing becomes turbulent and separated. This is a fundamental aerodynamic principle that all pilots must understand for stall recovery procedures.