You need maths to fly an aeroplane
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Surprise children by linking numeracy to the exciting prospect of flying their own plane
‘Good pilots can always work out calculations in their head. You can’t rely totally on computers,’ points out Ed Blundell, a recently trained pilot.
‘If you’re gliding at 30,000 feet, and the aircraft will travel three nautical miles for every 1000 feet it descends, you make a quick calculation to ensure you land in the correct place. You can’t make the runway longer – it’s vital to know where to start your descent. Calculators can be used when you’re planning a route, but not when you’re in the air! Estimating the distance, speed and time needed is an essential skill.’
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Published 15 April 2011
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