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19990019485 · NASA/FAA Tailplane Icing Program Overview

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Overview

The effects of tailplane icing were investigated in a four-year NASA/FAA Tailplane Icing, Program (TIP). This research program was developed to improve the understanding, of iced tailplane aeroperformance and aircraft aerodynamics, and to develop design and training aides to help reduce the number…

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Key points

  • The NASA/FAA Tailplane Icing Program (TIP) was a four-year research initiative aimed at understanding iced tailplane aeroperformance and aircraft aerodynamics.
  • The program included icing wind tunnel testing, dry-air aerodynamic wind tunnel testing, flight tests, and analytical code development.
  • Tailplane icing has been identified as a contributing factor in over 16 accidents resulting in 139 fatalities, primarily affecting commuter and light transport airplanes.
  • The research demonstrated that ice on the horizontal tail can lead to premature flow separation, resulting in loss of pitch stability and control.
  • The program developed training aides to raise awareness of the hazards associated with tailplane icing.
Frequently asked questions
What was the main goal of the Tailplane Icing Program?

The main goal of the Tailplane Icing Program was to improve understanding of iced tailplane aeroperformance and aircraft aerodynamics, and to develop design and training aides to reduce incidents and accidents caused by tailplane icing.

What types of testing were included in the TIP?

The TIP included icing wind tunnel testing, dry-air aerodynamic wind tunnel testing, flight tests, and analytical code development.

Why is tailplane icing a significant safety concern?

Tailplane icing is a significant safety concern because it has been linked to over 16 accidents resulting in 139 fatalities, primarily due to loss of pitch stability and control.

Which types of aircraft are most affected by tailplane icing?

Commuter and light transport airplanes are most affected by tailplane icing, as they operate at altitudes where icing conditions are more likely.

What were some of the outcomes of the TIP?

Outcomes of the TIP included a better understanding of iced tailplane aeroperformance, the development of analytical tools for assessing tailplane sensitivity to icing, and training aides to increase awareness of the ICTS aviation hazard.

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13. ABSTRACT (Maximum200 words) The effects of tailplane icing were investigated in a four-year NASA,'FAA Tailplane Icing Program (TIP). This research program was developed to improve the understanding of iced tailplane aeroperformance and aircraft aerodynamics, and to develop design and training aides to help reduce the number of incidents and accidents caused by tailplane icing. To do this, the TIP was constructed with elements that included icing wind tunnel testing, dry-air aerodynamic wind tunnel testing, flight tests, and analytical code development. This paper pro/ides an overview of the entire program demonstrat- ing the interconnectivity of the program elements and reports on cur 'ent accomplishments.

14. SUBJECT TERMS 15. NUMBER OF PAGES Aircraft icing" Stability and control; Tailplane icing: Tailplane perforl mnce 16. PRICE CODE A03 17. SECURITY CLASSIFICATION 18. SECURITY CLASSIFICATION 19. SECU;_IITY CLASSIFICATION 20. LIMITATION OF ABSTRACT OF REPORT OF THIS PAGE OF AE STRACT Unclassified Unclassified Unclassified NSN 7540-01-280-5500 Standard Form 298 (Rev. 2-89) Prescribed by ANSI Std. Z39-18 298-102

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19990019485
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1999
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16
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2