Illustration of the airflow along an airfoil that exhibits leading-edge stall behavior. Notice the formation of a “short bubble” at a critical point along the leading edge. When the AOA is increased ...

It is the only aircraft that had forward-swept wings and explored this ‘post stall’ environment,” said Gelzer. “At the time, this maneuverability was believed to be absolutely essential to fighter ...

A swept forward wing configuration, like that visible on the Su-47, is known for its impact upon airflow and drag, aerodynamic characteristics which of course greatly impact maneuverability. A ...

Initial flight testing explores the characteristics of the airplane as it is initially configured. At this point, the designers have done their best to create a machine that is safe to fly, meets all ...