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2019-2020 Vincennes University Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Vincennes University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

AFLT 210 - Aircraft Systems, Performance, and Aerodynamics


3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course provides students with a better understanding of aerodynamic principles and aircraft systems and performance. Emphasis will be placed on advanced aircraft systems found on complex aircraft including hydraulic systems, electrical systems, landing gear and braking systems, pressurization, propeller systems, ice protective equipment, airframe construction techniques, engines and on board radar.  Students will use this systems knowledge, aerodynamic principles and aircraft design characteristics to predict the performance characteristics of any aircraft. 3 lecture hours.