AE401E - Flight Mechanics

Objectifs

Objectif général :

Upon completion of this course, the student shall be able to:
- put into equations the main flight phases of an aircraft
- identify the flight envelope limitations due to the aircraft and their impact on performances

Objectifs détaillés :

Upon completion of this course, the student shall be able to:
- define aircraft movement equations, then simplify them,
- model the main stabilized phases of flight,
- describe the maneuvering capabilities (load factor)
- describe and translate wind and gradient consequences into equations
- describe high speed /high altitude flight specifics
- describe take-off and landing specifics
- explain air speed issues

Volume horaire (h)

• Cours Magistraux : 18h
• Travaux Dirigés : 10h

Examens

Nombre total d'heures d’évaluation : 2