Preliminary Design of a LSA Aircraft Using Wind Tunnel Tests

Journal Title: INCAS BULLETIN - Year 2015, Vol 7, Issue 4

Abstract

This paper presents preliminary results concerning the design and aerodynamic calculations of a light sport aircraft (LSA). These were performed for a new lightweight, low cost, low fuel consumption and long-range aircraft. The design process was based on specific software tools as Advanced Aircraft Analysis (AAA), XFlr 5 aerodynamic and dynamic stability analysis, and Catia design, according to CS-LSA requirements. The calculations were accomplished by a series of tests performed in the wind tunnel in order to assess experimentally the aerodynamic characteristics of the airplane.

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Norbert ANGI, Angel HUMINIC

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  • EP ID EP143526
  • DOI 10.13111/2066-8201.2015.7.4.3
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Norbert ANGI, Angel HUMINIC (2015). Preliminary Design of a LSA Aircraft Using Wind Tunnel Tests. INCAS BULLETIN, 7(4), 33-39. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-143526