T&E 4113 Helicopter Flying Qualities Flight Testing I
Course Description
An intensive overview of helicopter equations of motion, static stability characteristics, and engine failure characteristics. Subjects include an introduction to mathematical analysis techniques, theory and flight test procedures to evaluate helicopter static stability characteristics, and engine failure characteristics evaluation procedures. Also included is a brief introduction to mechanical flight control systems and closed loop handling qualities.
Anticipated Student Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course of instruction, the student will have an understanding of flight test procedures, techniques, and data analysis associated with helicopter static stability characteristics and flight test procedures. He/she will:
Be familiar with
1. Helicopter flying qualities evaluation procedures.
2. Mathematical analysis techniques.
3. Engine failure characteristics and flight test procedures.
4. Airworthiness certification criteria for static stability engine failure.
5. Helicopter mechanical flight control systems.
Understand
6. Helicopter equations of motion.
7. Helicopter static stability theory and flight test techniques.
Sequence of Instruction
Flying Qualities Overview
Mathematical Analysis and Equations of Motion
Mechanical Flight Control Systems
Longitudinal Static and Maneuvering Stability
Lateral-Directional Static Stability
Engine Failure Characteristics and Test Procedures
Introduction to Closed Loop Handling Qualities
Ground Handling
Aerodynamic Modifications
Tutorials
Static Stability
Engine Failure Characteristics
Exams
Static Stability
Texts and Reference Materials
“Helicopter Performance, Stability, and Control,”
R. W. Prouty
NTPS Course Notes
Instructional Methodology
Lectures
Process of Evaluation
Written Examinations