Helicopter Test and Evaluation

Although a number of texts on helicopter aerodynamics have been
written, few have explained how the various theories concerning
rotorborne flight underpin practical flight test and evaluation.
This book combines theoretical information on aerodynamics,
stability, control and performance with details of evaluation
methodologies and practical guidance on the conduct of helicopter
flight tests.

For each topic the relevant theory is explained briefly and
followed by details of the practical aspects of testing a
conventional helicopter. These include:

* safety considerations

* planning the tests

* the most efficient way to conduct individual flights

Where possible typical test results are presented and
discussed.

The book draws on the authors' extensive experience in flight
test and flight test training and will appeal not only to
professionals working in the area of rotorcraft test and
evaluation, but also to helicopter pilots, rotorcraft designers and
manufacturers and final year undergraduates of aeronautical
engineering