Physical science, commonly known as physics, is an interesting and essential subject in aviation and aerospace. For individuals who enjoy technical and hands-on work, physics is an invaluable tool. It helps explain how piston and gas turbine engines operate, how airplanes and helicopters fly, and many other aviation-related phenomena. Beyond explanation, physics also allows these processes to be quantified. For example, physics defines the concept of thrust in a jet engine and enables the calculation of the amount of thrust produced.
Physics is the branch of science that deals with the fundamental nature and behavior of matter and energy. Rather than explaining why matter and energy behave as they do, physics focuses on how they behave in relation to physical phenomena. Aircraft maintenance and repair personnel must have a solid understanding of basic physics, often referred to as the science of matter and energy.
Aviation Physics Guide
