Evaluation of the Flying Qualities Requirements of MIL-F-8785B (ASG) using the C-5A Airplane

Abstract

The study was conducted to validate military specification MIL-F- 8785B(ASG), 'Flying Qualities of Piloted Airplanes,' dated 7 August 1969, Interim Amendment-1 (USAF), dated 31 March 1971, by performing a detail comparison of its requirements with the known characteristics of the Lockheed C- 5A and pilot comments on them. The comparison was based primarily on existing flight test data supplemented by analytical data as required for this evaluation process. Paragraph by paragraph validations of discrepancies are noted, resolution attempted if necessary, and any recommendations given. In addition, recommendations are made enumerating experimental and analytical investigations beyond the scope of this study which will provide data for further validation and updating of the requirements.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 20, 1975
Accession Number
ADA011728

Entities

People

  • Charles L. Silvers
  • Clifton C. Withers

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Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerodynamic Configurations
  • Air Force
  • Aircraft Industry
  • Aircrafts
  • Airframes
  • Control Surfaces
  • Control Systems
  • Dynamic Response
  • High Lift Devices
  • Horizontal Stabilizers
  • Inflight
  • Landing Gear
  • Nose Wheels
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Spars
  • Stabilization Systems
  • Swept Wings

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