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Handling qualities related to stall/spin accidents of supersonic fighter aircraftThis paper reviews the handling qualities which influence the high angle of attack (AOA) behavior of supersonic fighter aircraft in order to obtain a clearer understanding of the causes of stall/spin accidents. The results show that, because modern fighters suffer more serious consequences when control is lost, good handling qualities are essential for safe operation at high AOA. Relaxed static stability used on some fighter aircraft can result in control problems at high AOA owing to inertia coupling and the difficulty of a recovery from a deep stall. Indications are that the use of departure/spin resistance and an automatic spin prevention system will greatly improve the safety record for modern supersonic fighters.
Document ID
19840059559
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Anderson, S. B.
(NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1984
Subject Category
Aircraft Stability And Control
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 84-2093
Accession Number
84A42346
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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