A simple mathematical model was developed that accounts for the combat relationship of all airplane performance parameters relative to those of a potential adversary. An important outcome of this study is definition of an optimum load factor to be used for offensive tracking and pursuit to reduce time needed to achieve advantage, thereby increasing combat effectivity. The importance of not merely high-g capability, but sustained high-g capability, can be more objectively evaluated, This innovative concept eliminates the need to subjectively weigh each aspect of the relative performance individually and for the first time, indicates in definite and practical terms the advantages or disadvantages that exist in a combat situation between opposing aircraft. A comparison is made with aerial combat simulation models used for operational analyses. The result is a better tool with which to plan tactics and conduct total system design trade studies as influenced by airplane performance. Application is made to current and future fighter aircraft designs.
Combat Performance Advantage. A Method of Evaluating Air Combat Performance Effectiveness
1978
35 pages
Report
No indication
English
Antiaircraft Defense Systems , Military Operations, Strategy, & Tactics , Aircraft , Combat effectiveness , Aerial warfare , Mathematical models , Combat readiness , Simulation , Fighter aircraft , Air defense , Tactical analyses , Maneuverability , Parameters , Comparison , Operational effectiveness
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