Soviet V/STOL Aircraft

Soviet V/STOL Aircraft

Author: Michael J. Hirschberg

Publisher: AIAA

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9781563472480

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This important case study reports on the V/STOL development activities in the Soviet Union. As in the West, the Soviets also began using flying test rigs in the late 1950s. By combining the lift engines with modifications to existing engines, the Soviets were able to deploy the Yak-38 Forger only two years after the Harrier. The Forger was in service for 15 years before the political situation forced its retirement from service. Packed with illustrations, references, glossaries, and bibliographies, this case study is a necessary resource for the studies of V/STOL aircraft and systems designers.


Aerodynamics of V/STOL Flight

Aerodynamics of V/STOL Flight

Author: Barnes Warnock McCormick

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1999-01-01

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 9780486404608

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An extremely practical overview of V/STOL (vertical/short takeoff and landing) aerodynamics, this volume offers a presentation of general theoretical and applied aerodynamic principles, covering propeller and helicopter rotor theory for both the static and forward flight cases. Both a text for students and a reference for professionals, the book can be used for advanced undergraduate or graduate courses. Numerous detailed figures, plus exercises. 1967 edition. Preface. Appendix. Index.


Yakovlev Yak-36, Yak-38 and Yak-41

Yakovlev Yak-36, Yak-38 and Yak-41

Author: E. Gordon

Publisher: Midland Publishing

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781857802870

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The latest volume in the 'Red Star' series examines the development of Soviet VTOL aircraft designed by the Yakovlev Aircraft company. As with other volumes in the 'Red Star' series, the book includes a comprehensive account of the development and operational record of the aircraft.