The power saving in formation flight is theoretically calculated by means of the aerofoil theory. Aspect ratio, arrow, streamlining and size ratio of wings, horizontal and lateral fins were not taken into account. Examples show that the longitudinal distance has no influence on the available total power saving but on the distribution on the aeroplanes. The power saving increases quickly with the horizontal and cross distances and the upward factor.
Beitraege Zu Aerodynamik und Flugmechanik des Formationsfluges (Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics of Formation Flight)
1989
201 pages
Report
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Englisch
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