Flight Mechanics, Cognetics and Handling Qualities

Flight mechanics describes the physical relationships of the motion of an aircraft and is therefore one of the key elements of the resarch at the Institute of Flight Systems. It is one of the essentials for the development of simulation models, definition of aircraft concepts or analysis of flight characteristics: For example, in relation to special influences such as wake turbulence or icing on wings or rotor blades. The Institute’s expertise in flight mechanics for decades makes it possible to develop new systems for pilot assistance that specifically support pilots in avoiding dangerous flight conditions or further optimising flight according to certain criteria such as environmental impact and efficiency. At the institute, the unique research infrastructure is used for development and validation to improve human-machine interaction for the use of the assistance functions and to optimise cockpit processes.