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Status of research into lightning effects on aircraftDevelopments in aircraft lightning protection since 1938 are reviewed. Potential lightning problems resulting from present trends toward the use of electronic controls and composite structures are discussed, along with presently available lightning test procedures for problem assessment. The validity of some procedures is being questioned because of pessimistic results and design implications. An in-flight measurement program is needed to provide statistics on lightning severity at flight altitudes and to enable more realistic tests, and operators are urged to supply researchers with more details on electronic components damaged by lightning strikes. A need for review of certain aspects of fuel system vulnerability is indicated by several recent accidents, and specific areas for examination are identified. New educational materials and standardization activities are also noted.
Document ID
19770011155
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Plumer, J. A.
(General Electric Co. New York, NY, United States)
Date Acquired
August 8, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1976
Publication Information
Publication: NASA. Langley Res. Center Aircraft Safety and Operating Problems
Subject Category
Air Transportation And Safety
Accession Number
77N18099
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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