The XV-15 aircraft was tested in the Ames 40 by 80 Foot Wind Tunnel for preliminary evaluation of aerodynamic and aeroelastic characteristics prior to flight. The tests were undertaken to investigate the aircraft performance, stability, control and structural loads for flight modes from helicopter through transition and airplane mode up to the tunnel capability of 170 knots. Results from these tests are presented.


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    Title :

    Wind-tunnel tests of the XV-15 tilt rotor aircraft


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    Publication date :

    1980-04-01


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English