Written by one of the most succesful aerospace authors, this new book develops aircraft performance techniques
from first principles and applies then to real airplanes. It also address a philosophy of, and techniques for aircraft
design. By developing and discussing these two subjects in a single text, the author captures a degree of synergism
not found in other texts. The book is written in a conversational style, a trademark of all of John Anderson's
texts, to enhance the readers' understanding.
Written in a conversational style, with lots of motivating historical insight.
Emphasizes both the philosophy and methodology of design and integrates aircraft performance and design into
one text.
Analytical and graphical presentations are introduced after a review of aerodynamic and propulsion fundamentals.
Balances technical material with important historical aspects of the invention and design of airplanes.
Table of Contents
Part I: Preliminary Considerations
1 The Evolution of the Airplane and its Performance: A Short History
2 Aerodynamics of the Airplane: The Drag Polar
3 Some Propulsion Characteristics
Part II: Airplane Performance
4 The Equations of Motion
5 Airplane Performance: Steady Flight
6 Airplane Performance: Accelerated Flight
Part III: Airplane Design
7 The Philosphy of Airplane Design
8 Design of a Propeller-Driven Airplane
9 Design of Jet-Propelled Airplanes
Postface
References
Appendix A: Standard Altitude Table (SI Units)
Appendix B: Standard Altitude Table (English Engineering Units)
