Wing modification for increased spin resistanceA simple wing leading-edge modification has been developed that delays outer wing panel stall, thus maintaining roll damping to higher angles of attack and delaying the onset of autorotation. The stall angle of attack of the outer wing panel has been shown to be a function of the spanwise length of the leading-edge modification. The margin of spin resistance provided by the modification is being explored through flight tests. Preliminary results have been used to evaluate spin resistance in terms of the difference in angle of attack between outer wing panel stall and the maximum attainable angle of attack.
Document ID
19830062109
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Stough, H. P. (NASA Langley Research Center Hampton, VA, United States)
Dicarlo, D. J. (NASA Langley Research Center Hampton, VA, United States)
Stewart, E. C. (NASA Langley Research Center Hampton, VA, United States)