How to Calculate Parasite Drag Coefficient at zero lift?
Parasite Drag Coefficient at zero lift calculator uses Zero-lift drag coefficient = Drag Coefficient-Coefficient of drag due to lift to calculate the Zero-lift drag coefficient, The Parasite Drag Coefficient at zero lift is approximately equal to the drag of a flat square disk with the same area which is held perpendicular to the direction of flight. Zero-lift drag coefficient is denoted by CD,0 symbol.
How to calculate Parasite Drag Coefficient at zero lift using this online calculator? To use this online calculator for Parasite Drag Coefficient at zero lift, enter Drag Coefficient (CD) & Coefficient of drag due to lift (CD,i) and hit the calculate button. Here is how the Parasite Drag Coefficient at zero lift calculation can be explained with given input values -> 29.2 = 30-0.8.