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Control and handling qualities considerations for an advanced supersonic transport aircraft

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  04 July 2016

A. J. Steer  and
M. V. Cook
A. J. Steer
Affiliation:
Control and Simulation GroupFlight Management and Control DepartmentDERA Bedford, UK
M. V. Cook
Affiliation:
Flight Test and Dynamics GroupCollege of AeronauticsCranfield University, UK
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Abstract

A future advanced supersonic transport aircraft (AST) has fundamental characteristics and problems inherent to supersonic cruise aircraft with corresponding unique control and handling characteristics.

In order to optimise the aerodynamic performance across the full flight envelope a fully integrated flight and propulsion control system will be required. However, this will need to be designed from the outset within clearly defined flight control and performance guidelines.

Relevant existing and AST specific handling qualities criteria will need to be developed if a successful commercial transport aircraft is to be produced.

This paper begins by presenting an overview of existing supersonic transport (SST) aircraft operations and current second generation SST research activities and design considerations. This is followed by an analysis of the principal aerodynamic, dynamic and control characteristics of SST and AST aircraft and their effect on the aircraft’s handling qualities. Finally, some possible solutions to the control and handling issues are investigated, assessed and presented.

Type
Research Article
Information
The Aeronautical Journal , Volume 103 , Issue 1024 , June 1999 , pp. 265 - 272
Copyright
Copyright © Royal Aeronautical Society 1999 

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