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The increasing complexity of transport aircraft, the advent of digital systems and growing air traffic congestion around airports began to change ______.
The increasing complexity of transport aircraft, the advent of digital systems and growing air traffic congestion around airports began to change ______.
that
The average transport aircraft in the mid-1970 had more than one hundred ______ instrument and controls.
The average transport aircraft in the mid-1970 had more than one hundred ______ instrument and controls.
cockpit
A glass cockpit is an aircraft cockpit that features ______ instrument displays rather than mechanical gauge.
A glass cockpit is an aircraft cockpit that features ______ instrument displays rather than mechanical gauge.
electronics
A glass cockpit uses displays driven by ______ management system that can be adjusted to displays flight information as needed.
A glass cockpit uses displays driven by ______ management system that can be adjusted to displays flight information as needed.
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Glass cockpit blackouts are the main reasons flight training students need to know how to fly with and without ______ instrument displays.
Glass cockpit blackouts are the main reasons flight training students need to know how to fly with and without ______ instrument displays.
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In Jan 2008 US Airline flight 731 experienced a serious ______ cockpit blackout, losing half of the displays as well as all radios, transponder, and attitude indicator.
In Jan 2008 US Airline flight 731 experienced a serious ______ cockpit blackout, losing half of the displays as well as all radios, transponder, and attitude indicator.
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Extremely powerful, superbly agile this is a Vth generation combat aircraft from ______, France.
Extremely powerful, superbly agile this is a Vth generation combat aircraft from ______, France.
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As a result NASA conducted research on displays that could process the raw aircraft system and flight data into an integrated, easily understood picture of the ______ situation.
As a result NASA conducted research on displays that could process the raw aircraft system and flight data into an integrated, easily understood picture of the ______ situation.
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Rafale is the “poster child” transformational fighter which provides a way forward to air forces confronted to the requirement of doing “more ______” in an ever changing strategic environment.
Rafale is the “poster child” transformational fighter which provides a way forward to air forces confronted to the requirement of doing “more ______” in an ever changing strategic environment.
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Chinook is a ______ rotor Heavy Lift Helicopters serving 19 countries.
Chinook is a ______ rotor Heavy Lift Helicopters serving 19 countries.
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This aircraft was procured with India specific enhancements to increase their ______.
This aircraft was procured with India specific enhancements to increase their ______.
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This aircraft will redefine heli lift in wide variety of ______ of India.
This aircraft will redefine heli lift in wide variety of ______ of India.
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Chinook is highly manoeuverable and specially suited for ______ valleys.
Chinook is highly manoeuverable and specially suited for ______ valleys.
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India and Russia signed an inter-governmental agreement for purchase of Russian made S-400 ______ advanced Air Defence System.
India and Russia signed an inter-governmental agreement for purchase of Russian made S-400 ______ advanced Air Defence System.
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S-400 is capable of engaging stand off jammer Aircraft, Ballistic & Cruise ______ in a dense electronic warfare environment.
S-400 is capable of engaging stand off jammer Aircraft, Ballistic & Cruise ______ in a dense electronic warfare environment.
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Each battalion consists of 8 ______ and 32 missiles.
Each battalion consists of 8 ______ and 32 missiles.
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India’s commitment to peace has always been total and ______.
India’s commitment to peace has always been total and ______.
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Rafale is a ______ generation combat aircraft from Dassault Aviation, France.
Rafale is a ______ generation combat aircraft from Dassault Aviation, France.
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S-400 has an extremely accurate target acquisition and engagement ______ system integrated to command force.
S-400 has an extremely accurate target acquisition and engagement ______ system integrated to command force.
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The S-400 missile is capable of ______ interception of intermediate range ballistic missile.
The S-400 missile is capable of ______ interception of intermediate range ballistic missile.
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Chinook is a tandem rotor ______ Lift Helicopters serving 19 countries.
Chinook is a tandem rotor ______ Lift Helicopters serving 19 countries.
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The S-400 system has an operational range of ______ km and an altitude of upto 185 km.
The S-400 system has an operational range of ______ km and an altitude of upto 185 km.
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Gandhiji always made the subtle but significant distinction between ______ and cowardice.
Gandhiji always made the subtle but significant distinction between ______ and cowardice.
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The enemy’s war machinery was given crippling blows during the ______ war in 1971.
The enemy’s war machinery was given crippling blows during the ______ war in 1971.
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The Chief of Air Staff put forth the argument that in order to create a suitable environment for the ______, fighter action was required.
The Chief of Air Staff put forth the argument that in order to create a suitable environment for the ______, fighter action was required.
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A higher coefficient of lift is produced as a result of angle of attack and ______, so by deploying slats an aircraft can fly at slower speeds.
A higher coefficient of lift is produced as a result of angle of attack and ______, so by deploying slats an aircraft can fly at slower speeds.
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Flying from the Indian airfields of Srinagar, Avantipur and ______, ground attack aircraft MiG-21s, MiG-23s, MiG-27s, Jaguars and the Mirage 2000 struck insurgent positions.
Flying from the Indian airfields of Srinagar, Avantipur and ______, ground attack aircraft MiG-21s, MiG-23s, MiG-27s, Jaguars and the Mirage 2000 struck insurgent positions.
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The general airplane lift equation is where L is the amount of Lift produced, is the ______, V is the indicated airspeed of the airplane or the Velocity of the airplane.
The general airplane lift equation is where L is the amount of Lift produced, is the ______, V is the indicated airspeed of the airplane or the Velocity of the airplane.
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The initial strikes saw MiG-27s carrying out offensive sorties, with MiG-21s and (later) ______ providing fighter cover.
The initial strikes saw MiG-27s carrying out offensive sorties, with MiG-21s and (later) ______ providing fighter cover.
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Here, it can be seen that increasing the area (S) and lift coefficient ( ) can generate the amount of lift to be produced at a lower ______.
Here, it can be seen that increasing the area (S) and lift coefficient ( ) can generate the amount of lift to be produced at a lower ______.
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On 30 May, the Indian Air Force called into operation the ______ which was deemed the best aircraft capable of optimum performance under the conditions of high- altitude in the zone of conflict.
On 30 May, the Indian Air Force called into operation the ______ which was deemed the best aircraft capable of optimum performance under the conditions of high- altitude in the zone of conflict.
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Slats are like ______ only but extended over the leading edge of the wings.
Slats are like ______ only but extended over the leading edge of the wings.
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The ______ used were Mi-8 and the Mi-17.
The ______ used were Mi-8 and the Mi-17.
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A ______ is a reduction in the lift coefficient generated by foil as angle of attack increases.
A ______ is a reduction in the lift coefficient generated by foil as angle of attack increases.
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The transport planes were ______, An-32 and IL-76.
The transport planes were ______, An-32 and IL-76.
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This occurs when the critical angle of attack of the foil is exceeded, and the critical angle of attack is typically about ______ degrees.
This occurs when the critical angle of attack of the foil is exceeded, and the critical angle of attack is typically about ______ degrees.
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The Indian Air Force struck infiltrator positions with ______ aircraft and helicopter gunships.
The Indian Air Force struck infiltrator positions with ______ aircraft and helicopter gunships.
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The Slat is permanently extended, this is sometimes used on specialist low-speed aircraft, these are referred to as ______.
The Slat is permanently extended, this is sometimes used on specialist low-speed aircraft, these are referred to as ______.
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A Mi-17 was lost with the loss of all four of the crew, when it was hit by three ______ missiles while on an offensive sortie.
A Mi-17 was lost with the loss of all four of the crew, when it was hit by three ______ missiles while on an offensive sortie.
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The Slat extension can be controlled by the pilot, this is commonly used on ______.
The Slat extension can be controlled by the pilot, this is commonly used on ______.
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Study Notes
Glass Cockpit
- Average transport aircraft in the mid-1970s had over 100 cockpit instruments and controls, leading to NASA research on integrated display systems.
- A glass cockpit uses electronic instrument displays instead of mechanical gauges, simplifying aircraft operation and navigation.
- Glass cockpits can process raw aircraft system and flight data into an easily understood picture of the flight situation.
- They can be adjusted to display flight information as needed, allowing pilots to focus on pertinent information.
Safety Concerns
- Flight crews must be trained to deal with possible glass cockpit failures, which can lead to blackout incidents.
- Glass cockpit blackouts are a major concern, with incidents reported on aircraft like the Airbus A320.
Aircraft Acquisitions
Rafale
- The Rafale is a 5th-generation combat aircraft from Dassault Aviation, France, known for its versatility and adaptability.
- It features a large range of sensors and technological breakthroughs, making it a game-changer for the Indian Air Force.
Chinook
- The Chinook is a tandem rotor heavy-lift helicopter serving 19 countries, expected to greatly enhance India's military mission capabilities.
- It is an all-weather aircraft with state-of-the-art NVG capabilities, permits operations in all conditions.
- The Chinook is highly maneuverable and suitable for narrow valleys.
S-400
- The S-400 is a Russian-made advanced air defense system, capable of engaging stand-off jammers, ballistic and cruise missiles in a dense electronic warfare environment.
- One S-400 regiment consists of two battalions, each with 8 launchers and 32 missiles, with an operational range of 400 km and an altitude of up to 185 km.
Indo-Pak War - 1971
- India's defense forces responded to Pakistan Air Force's operational attacks on December 3, 1971, with a fitting reply.
- The Indian Air Force started its strike role tasks on May 26, with fighter aircraft and helicopter gunships striking infiltrator positions.
Aircraft Operations
- MiG-21s, MiG-23s, MiG-27s, Jaguars, and Mirage 2000 aircraft were used in the strikes, with MiG-27s carrying out offensive sorties and MiG-21s providing fighter cover.
- On May 27, the first fatalities were suffered when a MiG-21 and a MiG-27 were shot down, leading to a reassessment of strategy and the withdrawal of helicopters from offensive roles.
- The Mirage 2000 was deemed the best aircraft for high-altitude operations and was used to strike enemy positions with Laser Guided Bombs (LGBs).
Aircraft Components
Flaps
- Flaps increase the lift coefficient, allowing aircraft to fly at slower speeds or take off and land in shorter distances.
- Flaps are used during landing or maneuvers that take the aircraft close to stall, but are usually retracted in normal flight to minimize drag.
Slats
- Slats are similar to flaps, but extended over the leading edge of the wings.
- Types of slats include automatic, fixed, and powered, which can be controlled by the pilot.
Stall
- A stall occurs when the critical angle of attack of the foil is exceeded, leading to a reduction in lift coefficient.
- The critical angle of attack is typically around 15 degrees, but can vary depending on the fluid, foil, and Reynolds number.
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Learn about the growing complexity of transport aircraft cockpits, the increase in digital systems, and NASA's research on the issue. Discover how cockpit design has changed over time to accommodate new technology and safety concerns.
