Unit 4 : Stability and Performance Analysis
Estimation of stability and control derivatives, Static lateral-directional stability and trim
Estimation of aircraft dynamical characteristics, handling qualities
Performance analysis: Steady level flight, Minimum thrust required for level flight, range and loiter endurance
Steady climbing and descending flight, Best angle and rate of climb
Time to climb and fuel to climb, Level turning flight, instantaneous turn rate, sustained turn rate
Energy maneuverability methods of optimal climb trajectories and turns