Due to the increasing need for new commuter aircraft, the FM-007 is proposed, a technologically advanced jet propelled short takeoff and landing (STOL) airplane. The proposed commuter is designed for hub to spoke air travel. In order to reduce drag, natural laminar flow technology is integrated into the design using the natural laminar flow airfoil section for the wing. A three lifting surface configuration provides for more efficient cruise flight. This unique design includes a small forward wing (canard), a rear mounted high aspect ratio main wing, and a small horizontal stabilizer high atop the vertical tail. These three surfaces act together to reduce drag by minimizing the downward force the horizontal stabilizer has to account for due to the nose down pitching moment. Commuter aircraft must also incorporate passenger comfort. This is achieved by providing a spacious pressurized cabin with a large galley and reduced cabin noise due to incorporation of noise reduction gear. A basic oval design is adopted, as opposed to a circular design in order to allow for the seating of five passengers abreast. To get STOL capability, an over the wing blown flap is used using a Rolls Royce Tay series engine.
FM-007: An Advanced Jet Commuter for Hub to Spoke Transportation
1991
70 pages
Report
Keine Angabe
Englisch
Aircraft , Aerodynamics , Canard configurations , Commuter aircraft , Short takeoff aircraft , Airfoil profiles , Drag reduction , Externally blown flaps , Laminar flow airfoils , Air transportation , Aspect ratio , Noise reduction , Pitching moments , Pressurized cabins , Riding quality , Slender wings , Stabilizers (Fluid dynamics) , Tail assemblies
Employer involvement in commuter transportation
Elsevier | 1991
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