A Case for VATOL Flight Demonstration,

Abstract

This paper reviews the work on the Vertical Attitude Takeoff and Landing (VATOL) technology development. Studies of vertical and short takeoff and landing aircraft have shown a significant advantage in payload or performance for the vertical attitude concept. The additional payoff from the incorporation of Post-Stall Combat Maneuvering is identified. The VATOL post-stall control system that requires control at high angle-of-attack, provides a decisive combat advantage over a conventional fighter. The planning for post-stall aerodynamic studies at DTNSRDC and NASA Ames is presented. This includes a large powered model to be tested in the NASA 40- x 80-foot wind tunnel. Progress toward a moving base simulation of the vertical attitude landing is reviewed. Results of design studies indicating the feasibility of a VATOL research aircraft, using an existing propulsion system are outlined along with a possible configuration for an advanced VATOL fighter that incorporates a novel control system. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1980
Accession Number
ADA082179

Entities

People

  • C. Joseph Martin
  • David W Taylor

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Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerodynamic Characteristics
  • Aircraft Equipment
  • Aircraft Industry
  • Aircrafts
  • Airframes
  • Control Systems
  • Fighter Aircraft
  • Propulsion Systems
  • Research Aircraft
  • Short Takeoff Aircraft
  • Simulators
  • Vertical Takeoff Aircraft
  • Wind Tunnels

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  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.