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[Course] ME481 [Title] AIRCRAFT PERFOR/STAT STBLTY [Crdts] 3 [Department] Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering [Scope] 
The course applies the principles developed in applied aerodynamics to develop the equations of motion for a rigid aircraft in steady state level flight, maneuvering flight, and during takeoff and landing. These equations are analyzed to determine such performance characteristics as maximum range, endurance, turning rate, climb rate, etc. Piston-prop, turbo-prop, and jet aircraft are considered. The equations of motion are then analyzed to develop static stability criteria and investigate steady state control characteristics. Two flight laboratories in the departments fixed-wing airplanes provide an opportunity to obtain performance data and analyze the steady state stability and control of an actual aircraft.
USMA Course Offerings Fall 2012-2013 :: Academics :: USNA
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