ABOUT
I created this craft to explore the physics in simple planes. I wanted to know how an oblique wing would function compared to real life.
This craft was largely inspired by the Ames-Dryden 1, however speed and performance has been altered.
Cockpit is a loose representation of the real AD-1. Features circuitbraker switches, some more switches related to battery, engine, and data gathering. Some dials(speed,alt,o2, and some which are empty)
The camera is dynamically manipulated across six axes, responding to G-forces. (As with all of my aircraft)
Working Pitot/AOA/AOS probe on the nose
PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK
Toggle the Skew system with AG2.
Skew angle is controlled using the VTOL slider.
Be aware of the oblique wing's flight dynamics. Pitching can cause the craft to roll, and rolling can cause the craft to pitch, especially at high angles.
Rotate Speed: 85KT(98MPH/155KPH)
Landing Speed: ~100KT(115MPH/185KPH) (Wheel brakes have low torque, long roll required at excessive speeds. Also no airbrakes)
Fuel burns quickly so I recommend a throttle of 70% while cruising, or 90% when climbing.
FINAL NOTES
This was originally just a bare frame with a rotator for the wings, but then I thought about starting to post some of my crafts. So I went and added some more detail to make it worth posting. I put this together over the last 2-3 days and I'm quite happy with how it is right now but I usually keep refining my crafts, so I'll update this one at some point. Mainly I want to get the switches to function and some small details like the canopy to open etc. Hope you enjoy.
Specifications
General Characteristics
- Created On Windows
- Wingspan 31.1ft (9.5m)
- Length 36.8ft (11.2m)
- Height 8.7ft (2.7m)
- Empty Weight 1,875lbs (850kg)
- Loaded Weight 2,407lbs (1,091kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 0.7
- Wing Loading 16.3lbs/ft2 (79.8kg/m2)
- Wing Area 147.3ft2 (13.7m2)
- Drag Points 553
Parts
- Number of Parts 196
- Control Surfaces 5
- Performance Cost 812