Question

An aircraft experiences sideslip of 4° and side wash at vertical tail is 1.2°. What will be the AOA at vertical tail?

(a) 5.2°

(b) 6.89°

(c) 1.2°

(d) 21.3°

I had been asked this question in an online interview.

My query is from Lateral-Directional Static Stability and Control topic in chapter Stability, Control, and Handling Qualities of Aircraft Design

Answer 1

Correct answer is (a) 5.2°

For explanation I would say: AOA = sideslip + side wash = 4°+1.2° = 5.2°.