LecturePlan AS201 21AST-304
LecturePlan AS201 21AST-304
LECTURE PLAN
Master Subject Coordinator Rohit Kumar Prasad Master Subject Coordinator E- E13568
Name: Code:
Course Name FLIGHT MECHANICS Course Code 21AST-304
Mission of the MD1: To provide state of art infrastructure and curriculum for excellent teaching and learning as par with the requirements of
Department industry.
MD2: To inculcate ethical standards and values with wisdom of professionalism, leadership and social responsibility.
MD3:To impart the technical skills in tune with the contemporary requirements through collaboration with industries and research
organizations.
MD4:To inculcate social level research by joining hands with industry for improving technical based solutions.
Vision of the To create conducive environment for academic, research & development focusing on entrepreneurship and innovations in the field
Department of Aerospace Engineering blended with values and ethics producing graduates adaptive to changing technologies.
Program OutComes(POs)
PO1 Apply the knowledge of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to solution of
complex engineering problems (Engineering Knowledge)
PO2 Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first
principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences (Problem analysis)
PO3 Design solutions for complex engineering and design components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate
considerations of public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations
PO4 Use research based methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data and synthesis of information
leading to logical conclusions (Conduct investigations of complex problems)
PO5 Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and
modelling complex engineering activities with an understanding of limitations (Modern tool usage)
PO6 Apply reasoning within the contextual knowledge to access societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues and the con-sequent
responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice (The engineer and society)
PO7 Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in the societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the
knowledge of, and the need for sustainable developments (Environment and sustainability)
PO8 Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice (Ethics)
PO9 Function effectively as an individual independently and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings
(Individual and team work)
PO10 Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large such give
and receive clear instructions (Communication)
PO11 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and apply those to one’s own work as a
member and leader of a team to manage projects multidisciplinary environments.
PO12 Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest
context of technological change (Life-long Learning).
Text Books
Sr No Title of the Book Author Name Volume/Edition Publish Hours Years
1 Aircraft Performance and Design J. D. Anderson Jr. 3rd Mc Graw Hill 1 July
2017
2 Airplane Performance, Stability, Perkins C.D, and Hage R.E 1st edition Wiley 1974
and Control
3 Introduction to Flight John D Anderson Jr.; Mary L. 9th Mc Graw Hill 2021
Bowden
4 Mechanics of Flight KERMODE 11th Edition Pearson India January
2007
Reference Books
Sr No Title of the Book Author Name Volume/Edition Publish Hours Years
1 Aerodynamics, Aeronautics and Mc Cormik, B.W 2nd Edition J OHN W I LEY & Septembe
Flight Mechanics SONS, INC r 28, 1994
2 Aerodynamics for Engineering E.L. Houghton and N.B. 7th Edition Butterworth- 26 August
Students Carruthers, Butterworth Hei Heinemann Ltd 2016
3 Aerodynamics L J Clancy 1st Edition Shroff 1 January
2006
Course OutCome
SrNo OutCome
CO1 Understand the standard atmosphere, aerodynamic principles, and their effect on performance
parameters across diverse flight conditions.
CO2 Apply the standard atmospheric, and aerodynamic principles to estimate optimized performance
parameters in steady and accelerated flight scenarios.
CO3 Analyze the impact of atmospheric conditions and aerodynamic characteristics on aircraft performance
in steady and accelerated flight.
CO4 Evaluate aircraft performance, safety, reliability, efficiency, ethics, and social implications, considering
human factors, failures, regulations, and environment, while providing constructive feedbac
CO5 Synthesize innovative methodologies to optimize aircraft performance in steady and accelerated flight,
and recommendations for performance enhancement.
1 2 Standard Altitude and its types ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Atmosphere Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 3 Standard Variation of standard atmospheric ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO3
Atmosphere properties with altitude Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 4 Standard Measurement of airspeed: Definition, its ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Atmosphere types Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 5 Standard Measurement of airspeed: error, and ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO3
Atmosphere calibration Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 6 Standard Flight Instruments: Airspeed indicator, ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO1
Atmosphere Altimeter, Mach-meter, Vertical Speed Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Indicator, Magnetic Compass, Heading Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Indicator, Artificial Horizon, Turn, and Mechanics of Flight,R-
Bank Indicator. Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 7 Aerodynamic Aerodynamic characteristics: ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO1
characteristics Introduction Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 8 Aerodynamic Forces and moments acting on a ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
characteristics vehicle in flight, Factors affecting Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
aerodynamic coefficients Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 9 Aerodynamic The relation between lift and drag ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
characteristics coefficient, Variation of aerodynamic Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
coefficients with angle of attack, Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Reynold's Number, and Mach number. Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 10 Aerodynamic Aspect Ratio, Wing Loading, Thrust ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
characteristics Loading Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 11 Aerodynamic Aerodynamic Drag: Causes of Drag, ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO1
characteristics Types of Drag. Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 12 Aerodynamic Drag polar: Drag polar of a vehicle from ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
characteristics low speed to supersonic speeds. Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 13 Aerodynamic High lift devices: Leading and trailing ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO4
characteristics edge devices, Maximum lift coefficient Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
of airfoils, Calculation of stalling velocity Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
- Role of maximum cl Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 14 Aerodynamic The nature of stall–flow separation, The ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO5
characteristics effect of slats and flaps on the lift curve. Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
1 15 Aerodynamic Aerodynamic Characteristics: ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO3
characteristics Numerical Problems Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 16 Aircraft Flight Aircraft Flight Performance: ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO1
Performance Introduction, Equation of Motion of a Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
rigid flight vehicle Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 17 Aircraft Flight Aircraft Flight Performance: Application, ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Performance Aerodynamic relations associated with Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
maximum [Cl/Cd], [(Cl3/2)/Cd], and Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
[(Cl1/2)/Cd] Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 18 Aircraft Flight Thrust Required: Graphical Approach ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Performance Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 19 Aircraft Flight Thrust required: Analytical approach, ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO5
Performance the minimum thrust required condition. Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
The effect of altitude on minimum thrust Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
required condition. Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 20 Aircraft Flight Power required: minimum power ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO5
Performance required condition. Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 21 Aircraft Flight Thrust Available: Variations of altitude ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO4
Performance and velocity for various air-breathing Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
engines Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 22 Aircraft Flight Power Available: Variations of altitude ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO4
Performance and velocity for various air-breathing Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
engines Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 23 Aircraft Flight Aircraft Flight Performance: Numerical ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO3
Performance Problems Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 24 Steady Flight Steady Flight Performance: Introduction ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO1
Performance Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 25 Steady Flight Rate of climb – graphical and analytical ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Performance approach, factor affecting rate of climb. Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 26 Steady Flight The maximum rate of climb, Maximum ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO4
Performance climb angle Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 27 Steady Flight Gliding flight, Shallow and steep angles ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Performance of glide, Glide range. Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 28 Steady Flight Rate of descent – graphical & analytical ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Performance approach, the minimum rate of descent. Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Time to climb - graphical and analytical Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
approach, Mechanics of Flight,R-
Service Ceiling and Absolute ceilings Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 29 Steady Flight Range: Brequet Equation, Endurance, ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO5
Performance Effect of wind. Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
2 30 Steady Flight Steady Flight Performance: Numerical ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO3
Performance Problems Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 31 Accelerated Accelerated Maneuvers & Energy ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO1
Maneuvers & Methods: Introduction Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Energy Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Methods Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 32 Accelerated Level turn – turn radius and turn rate, ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Maneuvers & Load factor Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Energy Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Methods Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 33 Accelerated Level turn: Minimum Condition ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO4
Maneuvers & Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Energy Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Methods Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 34 Accelerated Pull-up and Pull-down Maneuvers, ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Maneuvers & Limiting case for larger load factor. Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Energy Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Methods Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 35 Accelerated V-n Diagram ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO5
Maneuvers & Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Energy Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Methods Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 36 Accelerated Energy Concept, Specific Excess ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Maneuvers & Power Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Energy Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Methods Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 37 Accelerated Rate of climb in accelerated flight. ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Maneuvers & Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Energy Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Methods Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 38 Accelerated Time to climb in accelerated flight ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Maneuvers & Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Energy Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Methods Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 39 Accelerated Accelerated Maneuvers & Energy ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO3
Maneuvers & Methods: Numerical Problems Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Energy Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Methods Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 40 Take-off and Take-off Performance: Introduction ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO1
Landing Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Performance Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 41 Take-off and Take off Maneuver - ground run and ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Landing take-off distances Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Performance Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 42 Take-off and Take off Maneuver - ground run and ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO4
Landing take-off distances Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Performance Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 43 Take-off and Take off Performance: Numerical ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO3
Landing Problems Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Performance Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 44 Take-off and Calculation of landing approach – ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO2
Landing approach distance, flare distance, free Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Performance role, ground run, and total landing Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
distances. Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
3 45 Take-off and Landing Performance: Numerical ,T-Aircraft Performance and PPT,Video CO3
Landing Problems Desig,T-Airplane Performance, Lecture
Performance Stabilit,T-Introduction to Flight,T-
Mechanics of Flight,R-
Aerodynamics,R-Aerodynamics for
Engineering S,R-Aerodynamics,
Aeronautics and
Assessment Model
Sr No Assessment Name Exam Name Max Marks
1 20EU01 External Theory 60
2 20EU01 Assignment 10
3 20EU01 Attendance Marks 2
CO vs PO/PSO PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12 PSO1 PSO2
CO1 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 NA NA 2 3 3 2
CO2 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 NA NA 2 3 3 2
CO3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 NA NA 2 3 3 2
CO4 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 NA NA 2 3 3 2
CO5 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 NA NA 2 3 3 2
Target 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 NA NA 2 3 3 2