Some airplanes may not be able to fly if the outside temperature is too high. An increase in temperature may be associated with decreased air density, which can reduce the lift that an airplane has over its wings.
Parameters:
(1) environmental temperature in °F or °C
(2) altitude
(3) humidity
(4) type of airplane
Each type of airplane has a maximum operating temperature where it can properly function. Over this temperature insufficient lift may be generated for safe takeoff or landing.
Factors that may mitigate some of the effects:
(1) reducing the weight of the airplane
(2) increasing the wing surface area or shape
(3) increasing the speed of the aircraft
(4) flying an airplane with a higher maximum operating temperature
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