DETERMINATION OF REALISTIC PERFORMANCE TRADE-OFFS IN THE AIR-TO-AIR ROLE.
Abstract
Recent air superiority fighter studies have failed to include systematically the trade-offs between ordnance and aircraft capabilities. Compromises among performance demands must be studied along with the capabilities of current technology in order to arrive at the most effective weapons system within the state-of-the-art. The investigation described has led to the formulation of a realistic design philosophy which allows analysis of the interrelated demands upon armament, detection capability, thrust, speed, and load factor. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1970
- Accession Number
- AD0710497
Entities
People
- David Finkleman
- Roger W. Gallington
Organizations
- United States Air Force Academy