This manual is primarily a guide for pilots and engineers attending the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School. However, it may be used as a guide in any fixed wing flying qualities investigation. The text presents basic fixed wing stability and control theory, qualitative and quantitative test and evaluation techniques, and data presentation methods. In most sections, more than one technique is described for each test. Generally, the best technique for a particular investigation will depend on the purpose of the investigation, the amount of instrumentation available, and the personal preference of the individual test pilot. The approach of the qualitative stability and control testing presented herein is an attempt to associate all flying qualities tests with particular pilot tasks required in the performance of the total mission of the airplane.


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    Title :

    Fixed Wing Stability and Control Theory and Flight Test Techniques


    Contributors:
    S. D. Langdon (author) / W. V. Cross (author)

    Publication date :

    1975


    Size :

    645 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English