What is another word for angle of attack?
Pronunciation: [ˈaŋɡə͡l ɒv ɐtˈak] (IPA) 
Angle of attack is a term used in aviation to describe the angle between the oncoming air or relative wind and a reference line on an aircraft's wing or fuselage. Synonyms for angle of attack include the pitch angle, attack angle, incidence angle, and alpha. The pitch angle refers to the angle between the horizon and the longitudinal axis of an aircraft, while the alpha is the technical term used to refer to the angle of attack. The incidence angle is another term used to refer to the angle at which air flows over an airfoil. Understanding these synonyms and their meanings is essential for pilots and aviation professionals to effectively communicate and operate aircraft safely.
