A preliminary look at the Ames Dryden Flight Research Center in the context of the X-29 aircraft is provided. The uses of the X-29's 30 deg forward swept wing are examined. The video highlights the historical development of the forward swept wing, and its unique blend of speed, agility, and slow flight potential. The central optimization of the wing, the forward canard, and the rear flaps by an onboard flight computer is also described.


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    Title :

    X-29: Research Aircraft


    Publication date :

    1991-01-01


    Type of media :

    Audio-visual


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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