The German V/STOL Fighter Program: A Quest for Survivability in a Theater Nuclear Environment (Case Studies)

Albert C. Piccirillo

ISBN 10: 1563472473 / ISBN 13: 9781563472473

Published by Aiaa, 1997

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73 pages. library sticker on spine - no other markings, private collector , cover has small tearThis case study examines the German V/STOL fighter and strike aircraft develo pment efforts, the VJ 101 and the VAK 191 programs. The VJ 101C and the VAK 191B design approaches are described and the results of their flight test efforts ar.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The German V/STOL Fighter Program: A Quest for Survivability in a Theater Nuclear Environment (Case Studies)
• Publisher: Aiaa
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1563472473
• ISBN 13: 9781563472473
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Aviation

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Synopsis

This case study examines the German V/STOL fighter and strike aircraft development efforts, the VJ 101 and the VAK 191 programs. The VJ 101C and the VAK 191B design approaches are described and the results of their flight test efforts are summarized. Designers specializing in V/STOL aircraft design and flight testing will find the lessons of this case study relevant to future ASTOVL fighter and attack aircraft developments.

About the Author

Mr. Albert C. Piccirillo is a principle aerospace engineer and a manager of the Joint Technology Division at ANSER, where he leads technical and analytical efforts on advanced weapons systems, including the Joint Strike Fighter.