Technical highlights in general aviationImprovements in performance, safety, efficiency, and emissions control in general aviation craft are reviewed. While change is slow, the U.S. industries still account for the bulk (90%) of the world's general aviation fleet. Advances in general aviation aerodynamics, structures and materials, acoustics, avionics, and propulsion are described. Supercritical airfoils, drag reduction design, stall/spin studies, crashworthiness and passenger safety, fiberglass materials, flight noise abatement, interior noise and vibration reduction, navigation systems, quieter and cleaner (reciprocating, turboprop, turbofan) engines, and possible benefits of the Global Position Satellite System to general aviation navigation are covered in the discussion. Some of the developments are illustrated.
Document ID
19770035385
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Stickle, J. W. (NASA Langley Research Center Flight Research Div., Hampton, Va., United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1977
Subject Category
Aeronautics (General)
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 77-312
Meeting Information
Meeting: Annual Meeting and Technical Display Incorporating the Forum on the Future of Air Transportation
Location: Washington, DC
Start Date: January 10, 1977
End Date: January 13, 1977
Sponsors: American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics