An overview of the X-29 Forward Swept Wing Technology Demonstrator traces its development and test path during past years. Brief descriptions of the aircraft and its flight control system provide insight for evaluating this unique vehicle. The baseline flight control system provided a starting point for safe concept evaluation and envelope expansion for the aircraft. Subsequent up-dates resulted in performance levels favorably comparable to current fighter aircraft. Efforts are described for the current expansion of the X-29's capabilities into the high angle-of-attack (AOA) regime of flight. Control law changes have permitted all axis maneuvering to 40 deg AOA with pitch excursions to 66 deg, thereby exploiting the full potential of the X-29 forward swept wing configuration.


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    Title :

    Flying Qualities of the X-29 Forward Swept Wing Aircraft


    Contributors:
    L. A. Walchli (author) / R. E. Smith (author)

    Publication date :

    1991


    Size :

    13 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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