Course Description

MAE365: Flight Mechanics

This course covers the study of lift, drag, thrust and power for maximum range and endurance of propeller and jet aircraft. Topics Include: Discussion of climb flight, take off and landing, turning flight and accelerated climb flight, Study of longitudinal and lateral static stability and control, Discussion of wing installation position and geometric angles of wing effects on stability, Introduction of dynamic stability control, Effect of propulsion on stability, and Discussion of vertical high speed flight performances.