System Description and Performance Data for the USAF/CAL Variable Stability T-33 Airplane

Abstract

The USAF/CAL variable stability T-33 airplane is a jet trainer which has been extensively modified for use as a research vehicle. A response-feedback system allows the normal T-33 derivatives to be augmented so that handling qualities of existing airplanes, future airplanes, or hypothetical configurations may be simulated in flight or in a fixed-base ground simulator. The report attempts to provide an updated functional description of the variable stability T-33. The information is presented for setting up a simulation program and for performing calibration procedures. A brief description of the equipment and airplane systems is also included.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1970
Accession Number
AD0876626

Entities

People

  • Georgina Hall
  • Ronald W. Huber

Organizations

  • Calspan

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes
  • Sensors

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerodynamic Forces
  • Aircrafts
  • Airframes
  • Computer Programs
  • Control Panels
  • Control Surfaces
  • Control Systems
  • Electronic Components
  • Instrument Panels
  • Mach Number
  • Measurement
  • Printed Circuits
  • Recording Systems
  • Telemetry Equipment
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Variable Stability Aircraft
  • Waveforms

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Computational Modeling and Simulation