MECH 596: INTRO TO FLIGHT MECHANICS
Spring 2026 · Section 001 · CRN 25586
This course introduces a wide range of analysis techniques of relevance to the flight and performance characteristics of subsonic aircraft. The course is organized in five modules covering the following topics: review of basic aerodynamics, flow types, equation of motion, aircraft performance, and longitudinal/lateral stability and control. The course is supplemented with examples of aircraft design and performance, as well as with the analysis of real-life aircraft accidents to help students understand the practical use of the subject matter. Recommended Prerequisite(s): MECH 594
- Credits
- 3
- Instructors
- Roberto Dugnani