Curved Approach Path Study.

Abstract

The application of MLS (microwave landing systems) to provide increased operational flexibility and improved capacity in the terminal area is discussed. The performance characteristics of the various classes of CTOL aircraft which influence terminal area flight path design are identified and documented. Terminal area operational concepts and flight path families for use in the MLS environment are developed, and examples of special noise abatement paths are discussed. The implications upon cockpit equipment of flying flexible paths in the MLS environment are addressed, and the performance of current flight control systems in tracking segmented paths is examined. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1973
Accession Number
AD0763603

Entities

People

  • C. W. Hickok
  • D. G. Lammers
  • K. E. Duning
  • M. L. Goemaat
  • N. B. Hemesath

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Traffic Control Systems
  • Aircrafts
  • Control Systems
  • Environment
  • Flight
  • Flight Control Systems
  • Flight Paths
  • Human Factors Engineering
  • Microwave Landing Systems
  • Microwaves
  • Resilience
  • Segmented
  • Terminals
  • Vehicle Equipment

Readers

  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Cardiovascular Physiology
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Spacecraft Maneuvers