The Development of Satisfactory Flying Qualities on the Douglas Dive Bomber, Model SBD-1 Through Flight Testing Successive Modifications in Control-Surface Area, Hinge-Line Location, and Aerodynamic-Balance Nose Shape
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Report presenting flight-test data contributing to the development of the present SBD-1 flying qualities based on the interest expressed in the methods used to obtain control-force characteristics on the Douglas Model SBD-1 by minor relocation of control-surface hinge line in combination with modifications in the aerodynamic balance nose shape. Results regarding the stalling characteristics, lateral-directional stability and control, longitudinal stability and control, and design recommendation…
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Date:
May 1942
Creator:
Root, L. E.
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