Question

Which of the following is correct?

(a) Overnose angle = approach angle + 0.07*approach speed (in knots)

(b) Overnose angle = (approach angle)^2 + 7*approach speed (in knots)

(c) Overnose angle = (approach angle)^2

(d) Approach angle = (Overnose angle)^2

I got this question in an interview for internship.

The above asked question is from Crew Station topic in chapter Crew Station, Passengers, and Payload of Aircraft Design

Answer 1

Right choice is (a) Overnose angle = approach angle + 0.07*approach speed (in knots)

The explanation: Correct relation between overnose angle and approach angle is given by, Overnose angle = approach angle + 0.07*approach speed (in knots). This equation can be used only when initial layout is completed and we know the exact location of pilot’s eye point and main landing gear.