Overview: the D800 is an experimental flying-wing drone with an unorthodox design. Instead of a typical swept wing design, it features a completely rectangular flexible-wing design. This unique design feature is the main point of research for the aircraft, as well as its unique control system. Its design makes the aircraft more challenging to fly than a typical flying wing. The aircraft is also completely powered by electricity, further reducing the aircraft's weight.

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FLIGHT CHARACTERISTICS

Maximum Airspeed (TAS): 125mph, 201kph, 109knots.
Maximum Altitude: 25,000ft, 7,620m.
Takeoff Airspeed (IAS): ~55mph, ~89kph, ~48knots.
Landing Airspeed (IAS): ~30mph, ~48kph, ~26knots.
Controls:

• Trim: Trim.
• Yaw: Engine Yaw Control.
  

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NOTES

• The aircraft should not be taken above the designated maximum altitude for stability reasons.
• Keeping the aircraft on course during the landing phase can be rather difficult due to the aircraft's tendency to slightly drift at lower speeds.
• I recommend using about 50% trim while flying to keep the aircraft's attitude fairly steady.
• Use yaw control with greater precision at lower speeds. It also helps to use less yaw control at lower speeds to reduce the risk overcorrecting.
  

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