Flight Theory and Aerodynamics - A Practical Guide for Operational Safety

Klappentext The pilot's guide to aeronautics and the complex forces of flightFlight Theory and Aerodynamics is the essential pilot's guide to the physics of flight, designed specifically for those with limited engineering experience. From the basics of forces and vectors to craft-specific applications, this book explains the mechanics behind the pilot's everyday operational tasks. The discussion focuses on the concepts themselves, using only enough algebra and trigonometry to illustrate key concepts without getting bogged down in complex calculations, and then delves into the specific applications for jets, propeller crafts, and helicopters. This updated third edition includes new chapters on Flight Environment, Aircraft Structures, and UAS-UAV Flight Theory, with updated craft examples, component photos, and diagrams throughout. FAA-aligned questions and regulatory references help reinforce important concepts, and additional worked problems provide clarification on complex topics.Modern flight control systems are becoming more complex and more varied between aircrafts, making it essential for pilots to understand the aerodynamics of flight before they ever step into a cockpit. This book provides clear explanations and flight-specific examples of the physics every pilot must know.* Review the basic physics of flight* Understand the applications to specific types of aircraft* Learn why takeoff and landing entail special considerations* Examine the force concepts behind stability and controlAs a pilot, your job is to balance the effects of design, weight, load factors, and gravity during flight maneuvers, stalls, high- or low-speed flight, takeoff and landing, and more. As aircraft grow more complex and the controls become more involved, an intuitive grasp of the physics of flight is your most valuable tool for operational safety. Flight Theory and Aerodynamics is the essential resource every pilot needs for a clear understanding of the forces they control. Zusammenfassung The pilot's guide to aeronautics and the complex forces of flightFlight Theory and Aerodynamics is the essential pilot's guide to the physics of flight, designed specifically for those with limited engineering experience. From the basics of forces and vectors to craft-specific applications, this book explains the mechanics behind the pilot's everyday operational tasks. The discussion focuses on the concepts themselves, using only enough algebra and trigonometry to illustrate key concepts without getting bogged down in complex calculations, and then delves into the specific applications for jets, propeller crafts, and helicopters. This updated third edition includes new chapters on Flight Environment, Aircraft Structures, and UAS-UAV Flight Theory, with updated craft examples, component photos, and diagrams throughout. FAA-aligned questions and regulatory references help reinforce important concepts, and additional worked problems provide clarification on complex topics.Modern flight control systems are becoming more complex and more varied between aircrafts, making it essential for pilots to understand the aerodynamics of flight before they ever step into a cockpit. This book provides clear explanations and flight-specific examples of the physics every pilot must know.* Review the basic physics of flight* Understand the applications to specific types of aircraft* Learn why takeoff and landing entail special considerations* Examine the force concepts behind stability and controlAs a pilot, your job is to balance the effects of design, weight, load factors, and gravity during flight maneuvers, stalls, high- or low-speed flight, takeoff and landing, and more. As aircraft grow more complex and the controls become more involved, an intuitive grasp of the physics of flight is your most valuable tool for operational safety. Flight Theory and Aerodynamics is the essential resource every pilot needs for a clear understanding of...

List of contents

Preface xiAbout the Authors xiii1 Introduction 1The Flight Environment, 1Basic Quantities, 1Forces, 2Mass, 3Scalar and Vector Quantities, 4Moments, 5Equilibrium Conditions, 6Newton's Laws of Motion, 6Linear Motion, 7Rotational Motion, 8Work, 8Energy, 8Power, 9Friction, 9Symbols, 10Equations, 11Problems, 122 Atmosphere, Altitude, and Airspeed Measurement 13Properties of the Atmosphere, 13ICAO Standard Atmosphere, 15Altitude Measurement, 16Continuity Equation, 19Bernoulli's Equation, 19Airspeed Measurement, 22Symbols, 26Equations, 27Problems, 273 Structures, Airfoils, and Aerodynamic Forces 31Aircraft Structures, 31Airfoils, 37Development of Forces on Airfoils, 42Aerodynamic Force, 44Aerodynamic Pitching Moments, 45Aerodynamic Center, 46Symbols, 46Problems, 474 Lift 49Introduction to Lift, 49Angle of Attack Indicator, 49Boundary Layer Theory, 51Reynolds Number, 53Adverse Pressure Gradient, 54Airflow Separation, 55Stall, 56Aerodynamic Force Equations, 57Lift Equation, 58Airfoil Lift Characteristics, 60High Coefficient of Lift Devices, 61Lift During Flight Manuevers, 65Symbols, 67Equations, 67Problems, 685 Drag 71Drag Equation, 71Induced Drag, 71Ground Effect, 77Laminar Flow Airfoils, 81Parasite Drag, 82Total Drag, 85Lift to Drag Ratio, 87Drag Reduction, 88Symbols, 90Equations, 91Problems, 916 Jet Aircraft Basic Performance 95Thrust-Producing Aircraft, 95Principles of Propulsion, 96Thrust-Available Turbojet Aircraft, 100Specific Fuel Consumption, 101Fuel Flow, 102Thrust-Available-Thrust-Required Curves, 103Items of Aircraft Performance, 104Symbols, 113Equations, 113Problems, 1147 Jet Aircraft Applied Performance 117Variations in the Thrust-Required Curve, 117Variations of Aircraft Performance, 121Equations, 125Problems, 1258 Propeller Aircraft: Basic Performance 129Power Available, 129Principles of Propulsion, 131Power-Required Curves, 133Items of Aircraft Performance, 139Symbols, 145Equations, 146Problems, 1469 Propeller Aircraft: Applied Performance 149Variations in the Power-Required Curve, 149Variations in Aircraft Performance, 153Equations, 157Problems, 15710 Takeoff Performance 161Definitions Important to Takeoff Planning, 161Aborted Takeoffs, 164Linear Motion, 166Factors Affecting Takeoff Performance, 168Improper Liftoff, 171Symbols, 174Equations, 175Problems, 17511 Landing Performance 179Prelanding Performance, 179Improper Landing Performance, 185Landing Deceleration, Velocity, and Distance, 190Landing Equations, 194Hazards of Hydroplaning, 197Symbols, 199Equations, 199Problems, 20012 Slow-Speed Flight 203Stalls, 203Region of Reversed Command, 210Spins, 212Low-Level Wind Shear, 216Aircraft Performance in Low-Level Wind Shear, 218Effect of Ice and Frost, 221Wake Turbulence, 222Problems, 22413 Maneuvering Performance 227General Turning Performance, 227Equations, 242Problems, 24314 Longitudinal Stability and Control 245Definitions, 245Oscillatory Motion, 246Airplane Reference Axes, 248Static Longitudinal Stability, 248Dynamic Longitudinal Stability, 260Pitching Tendencies in a Stall, 261Longitudinal Control, 264Symbols, 266Equations, 266Problems, 26615 Directional and Lateral Stability and Control 269Directional Stability and Control, 269Static Directional Stability, 269Directional Control, 276Multi-Engine Flight Principles, 280Lateral Stability and Control, 284Static Lateral Stability, 284Lateral Control, 288Dynamic Directional and Lateral Coupled Effects, 288Symbols, 293Equations, 293Problems, 29316 High-Speed Flight 295The Speed of Sound, 295High-Subsonic Flight, 297Design Features for High-Subsonic Flight, 298Transonic Flight, 301Supersonic Flight, 305Symbols, 316Equations, 316Problems, 31617 Rotary-Wing Flight Theory 319Momentum Theory of Lift, 320Airfoil Selection, 320Forces on Rotor System, 321Thrust Development, 323Hovering Flight, 324Ground Effect, 326Rotor Systems, 328Dissymmetry of Lift in Forward Flight, 330High Forward Speed Problems, 333Helicopter Control, 334Helicopter Power-Required Curves, 336Power Settling, Settling with Power, and Vortex Ring State, 338Autorotation, 340Dynamic Rollover, 341Problems, 343Answers to Problems 345References 349Index 353

Product details

• Authors: Joseph R et Badick, Joseph R. Badick, Charles Dole, Charles E Dole, Charles E. Dole, Charles E. Lewis Dole, Brian A. Johnson, James Lewis, James E Lewis, James E. Lewis
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 11.11.2016
• EAN: 9781119233404
• ISBN: 978-1-119-23340-4
• No. of pages: 384
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Mechanical engineering, production engineering; Maschinenbau, Aerodynamik, Fliegen, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautic & Aerospace Engineering, Luft- u. Raumfahrttechnik