Operational and research aspects of a radio-controlled model flight test programThe operational and research aspects of a subscale, radio-controlled model flight test program are presented. By using low-cost free-flying models, an approach was developed for obtaining research-quality vehicle performance and aerodynamic information. The advantages and limitations learned by applying this approach to a specific flight test program are described. The research quality of the data acquired shows that model flight testing is practical for obtaining consistent repeatable flight data.
Document ID
19930040745
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Budd, Gerald D. (NASA Flight Research Center Edwards, CA, United States)
Gilman, Ronald L. (NASA Hugh L. Dryden Flight Research Facility Edwards, CA, United States)
Eichstedt, David (PRC, Inc. Edwards, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1993
Subject Category
Aircraft Design, Testing And Performance
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 93-0625
Meeting Information
Meeting: AIAA, Aerospace Sciences Meeting and Exhibit