Fighter Jet Minimum Radius of Curvature · PhysicsBowl 2021 #22
Physics · mechanics
Problem
A fighter jet pilot is capable of tolerating an upward force that is equivalent to seven times their weight. This pilot is traveling at a speed of 250 m/s while pulling out of a vertical dive. What is the minimum radius of curvature of the plane's dive path?
A) 4.25 m B) 3.64 m C) 1042 m D) 893 m E) 450 m