F-16D Pacer Calibration Techniques (SPEED PACER)
Abstract
This technical information memorandum documents the results of the investigation of various techniques and data analysis methods to calibrate the AFFTC F-16D pacer aircraft. Testing was requested by the Flight Systems Integration Test Squadron, 773 TS/ENF. The responsible test organization was the 412th Test Wing, located at the AFFTC, Edwards AFB, California. The test execution organization was the USAF Test Pilot School, Edwards AFB. Testing was conducted by the Speed Pacer Test Management (TMP) team at Edwards AFB from 7 through 16 September 2011 and testing consisted of nine sorties (17.4 flight hours). The overall test objective was to compare the calibration techniques and data analysis methods for the pacer aircraft. The test aircraft was modified with an additional flight test total temperature probe mounted on the left wingtip to compare calibrations at both locations. Additionally, a new atmospheric truth source method was used, which included data from multiple balloons released from different points to map atmospheric variations. Test methodology focused on comparing the possible combinations of truth source data, calibration flight test techniques, data reduction methods, and calibrated sources for both temperature and position corrections. All test objectives were met.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 2012
- Accession Number
- ADA578245
Entities
People
- Daryl G. Corneille
- Francois Meignien
- Ryan P. Lemaire
- Timothy J. Stevens
- Todd T. Patterson
- Tomoyuki D. Ono
Organizations
- Air Force Test Center