The term "pulling force" isn't typically used in the context of aircraft. Instead, we talk about thrust and drag.

* Thrust: This is the force that propels the aircraft forward, generated by the engines.

* Drag: This is the force that resists the aircraft's motion through the air.

Here's how they relate:

* Thrust overcomes drag: For an airplane to move forward, the thrust generated by its engines must be greater than the drag created by the air resistance.

* Lift: Another important force is lift, generated by the wings, which pushes the aircraft upwards.

Therefore, an airplane doesn't "pull" - it's pushed forward by thrust and held aloft by lift, while fighting against drag.