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T-4-1a - Mission Profiles
T-4-1a - Mission Profiles
T-4-1a - Mission Profiles
MACE 20400
Dr Nicholas Bojdo
nicholas.bojdo@manchester.ac.uk
Introduction
• Climb performance is one of the most critical areas in both design and operation of an aircraft.
• Economically, since the climb is performed at high thrust or power, the fuel consumed in the
• Optimisation of the climb for minimum fuel use may be an important factor in the overall
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3. Design through Performance
Cruise
Climb
Descent
Diversion
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3. Design through Performance
Supply Intercept
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