Rationale for selection of a flight control system for lift cruise fan V/STOL aircraftVarious features of the lift cruise fan V/STOL concept are briefly reviewed. The ability to operate from small ships in adverse weather, low visibility, and rough sea conditions is emphasized as is the need for a highly capable, flexible, and reliabile flight control system. A three channel control by wire, digital flight control system is suggested. The requirement for automatic flight control, the advantage of control by wire implementation, the preference for a digital computer, and the need for three channel redundancy are among the factors discussed.
Document ID
19780011169
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Konsewicz, R. K. (McDonnell Aircraft Co. Saint Louis, MO, United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
August 1, 1977
Publication Information
Publication: Naval Postgraduate School Proc. of the Navy(NASA VSTOL Flying Qualities