KC-135 Winglets

Abstract

This program adds winglets to the left and right outboard wing section of KC-135 aircraft. The winglets use Active Load Alleviation Control System (ALACS) that will decrease stress loads throughout the entire wing body. Winglets reduce aircraft drag and increase fuel efficiency. Scope: TBD fleet size. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) projects fuel savings of approximately $35-56M annually, based on simulations and anticipated improved operational benefits. In FY 2024, PE 0604858F, Tech Transition Program, Project 645351, Prototyping effort was transferred to PE 0401218F, KC-135s, in order to Integrate and Test on the KC-135.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2024
Source ID
d13a1ceb055a905caa37fb650e0b6f9c

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Aerodynamics/Aeronautics.
  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis
  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.

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