FVA30 aerodynamics

Propeller-Tail Interaction
Propeller-Tail Interaction

After the complete sizing and design of the V-tail of the FVA-30, an important effect affecting the tail was studied again in more detail during the last semester: The interaction of the propeller wake with the flowed-around control surfaces on the empennage and the resulting rudder effectiveness significantly influences the verification of longitudinal and lateral stability both in twin-engine operation and in single-engine operation (one-engine inoperative, one-sided propulsion failure) and thus also affects the design of the empennage.

Flight Performance Computer Revision
Flight Performance Computer Revision

The overall propulsion design depends significantly on the performance requirements resulting from the planned flight profile.

Finalization of Weight & Balance
Finalization of Weight & Balance

As planned for some time, the creation of a final Weight & Balance could now be completed.

Design of the V-tail
Design of the V-tail

To ensure the flight mechanical stability and controllability of the FVA-30, an adapted tail unit and appropriately dimensioned control surfaces are required.

Wing Displacement
Wing Displacement

For the FVA-30, the wing geometry and a large part of the fuselage are identical to the e-Genius.

Detailed Propeller Design
Detailed Propeller Design

An important element of the pioneering FVA 30 project is the propeller.