ESTABLISHMENT OF CONTROL AND STABILITY MARGINS OF A PISTON ENGINE TRAINER AIRCRAFT

Authors

  • M.T. Ahmad M.T. Ahmad Aerospace Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, University Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
  • M.R. Ajir M.R. Ajir Aerospace Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, University Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
  • R. Varatharajoo R. Varatharajoo Aerospace Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, University Putra Malaysia, 43400 UPM, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia

Keywords:

Stability, Static Stability, Stick Fixed and Stick Free Neutral Point, Flight Test

Abstract

A programme was initiated to investigate the control and stability margin of the MD3-l60
aircraft with a view to possibly expand the center of gravity envelope which is currently
restrictive. Non-standard modifications were carried out to install the instruments to measure
elevator position. trim lab position, stick-forces and greading. Flight test were carried on
aircraft S/N 008 which belongs to the Royal Malaysian Air Force. The test flights were conducted
to establish control and stability margins within the current center of gravity envelope.

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Published

2018-04-25

How to Cite

M.T. Ahmad, M. A., M.R. Ajir, M. A., & R. Varatharajoo, R. V. (2018). ESTABLISHMENT OF CONTROL AND STABILITY MARGINS OF A PISTON ENGINE TRAINER AIRCRAFT. Jurnal Mekanikal, 18(2). Retrieved from https://jurnalmekanikal.utm.my/index.php/jurnalmekanikal/article/view/206

Issue

Issue 18: December 2004

Section

Mechanical

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