Conceptual Study of Modifying an Existing Fighter for V/STOL Capability and Combat Maneuvering Enhancement.

Abstract

The possibility of modifying an existing fighter aircraft to give it V/STOL capability and of incorporating a V/STOL control system that could also be used in conventional flight to improve the aircraft's combat maneuverability is examined. The study indicates that the F-18 could be given a V/STOL capability using either the lift plus lift-cruise or the vertical attitude take off and landing (VATOL) concept. The lift-cruise plus remote burner concept does not appear to be compatible with the F-18 airframe. The ADEN nozzle concept currently under development, with some modification, could be used on either the lift plus lift-cruise or the VATOL concepts to vector the cruise engine thrust and thereby augment the conventional controls for improved high angle of attack combat maneuverability. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1980
Accession Number
ADA087657

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  • Richard E. Kuhn

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  • Air Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Aerodynamic Characteristics
  • Aerodynamic Configurations
  • Aircraft Equipment
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  • Control Systems
  • Fighter Aircraft
  • Fuselages
  • Horizontal Stabilizers
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