You can download it from here (it is in the katix.org gforge svn):
RangeCalculator.ods

Some calculated results:

Target range = 1500 nm
Fuel consumption = 31.5 liters/h (2 x Rotax 912ULS, with economy cruise power)

[kts] [h]  [l] [kg]
Speed Endurance required Fuel liters Fuel weight
100 15 472.47 335.45
110 13.64 429.52 304.96
120 12.5 393.73 279.55
130 11.54 363.44 258.04
140 10.71 337.48 239.61
150 10 314.98 223.64
160 9.38 295.29 209.66
170 8.82 277.92 197.33
180 8.33 262.48 186.36
190 7.89 248.67 176.56
200 7.5 236.24 167.73
210 7.14 224.99 159.74
220 6.82 214.76 152.48
230 6.52 205.42 145.85
240 6.25 196.86 139.77
250 6 188.99 134.18
260 5.77 181.72 129.02
270 5.56 174.99 124.24
280 5.36 168.74 119.81
290 5.17 162.92 115.67

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iPhone 3GS1. AT&T: iPhone 3GS
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Think an Apple iPhone costs a lot of money?  — the iPhone 3GS can be yours from AT&T, absolutely free. Sure, you don't get all the features of the new $199 iPhone 4S or even the $99 iPhone 4, but you still get the iPhone essentials: access to the app store, wifi, a decent 3-megapixel camera that can record video, GPS, and 8GB worth of storage. You can even upgrade the phone to iOS 5, Apple's latest operating system.

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Buy it: AT&T an Android-powered smartphone. And not sure why you'd want to get an Android phone on the restrictive AT&T network (you might be trapped by your contract, or maybe your dad is president of the company), if you're dead set on it, check out the LG Phoenix.

This smartphone isn't perfect — it does lack the ability to access the high-speed 4G LTE network. But you get plenty of phone otherwise. Its OS is upgradable to Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), you get access to the ever-growing Android market, the phone's 3.2-megapixel camera shoots video, it's wifi-capable, and it's bluetooth-ready. You can even add on the option to tether the phone to your laptop or other devices for anywhere internet access. Not bad.

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Verizon's Droid Pro features a prominent keypad on the front — a throwback to the era of phones when BlackBerry was king.

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LG Enlighten4. Verizon: LG Enlighten
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The LG Enlighten gives you most of what you get with the Droid Pro: a 3G mobile hotspot, spoken turn-by-turn GPS navigation from Google, and Android Gingerbread OS right out of the box. Plus, you get a full 3.2" capacitive touchscreen — one area where bigger most certainly is better.

The main downside to this phone is the lack of internal memory. The Enlighten doesn't offer a huge amount of built-in storage (only 150MB), and that may be a deal breaker. But you can easily expand the storage by adding your own microSD card.

LG Rumor Touch5. Sprint: LG Rumor Touch
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Are you or someone you love a text-aholic? If so, you're the exact kind of customer LG had in mind when it created the Rumor Touch, a 3" touchscreen smartphone.

Like the Enlighten, the LG Rumor Touch features a slide-out QWERTY keyboard with big enough buttons to type with quick precision. The Rumor Touch even runs its own messaging-friendly operating system. And, of course, any phone built around messaging has to have Facebook and Twitter built in. The camera is weak at only 2 megapixels, but the Rumor assumes you'll probably be too busy texting to take any pictures.

Oh, and best of all? The Rumor Touch also doubles as a phone. Can you believe such a thing?

Nokia Lumia 7106. T-Mobile: Nokia Lumia 710
Buy it: Microsoft

If there's one thing that the previously mentioned phones have in common, it's that they're all good, solid 3G phones. But let's be honest — 3G is yesterday's technology. Blazing-fast 4G wireless is where it's at. And T-Mobile's Nokia Lumia 710 gives you access to luscious 4G speed without having to pay a single penny up front.

The Lumia uses the less popular Windows Phone 7 operating system, but don't let the numbers fool you. Windows Phone 7 is a solid, seamless OS, especially for beginners to the smartphone game.

The phone's hardware is great. You get a sharp, 3.7", 800 x 480 LCD screen, a 5-megapixel camera, a powerful 1.4GHz processor, and all that wifi and GPS goodness you'd expect. And you probably tuned all of that out because you were too busy thinking about how cool it is that this free phone has 4G. Completely understandable.

Note: Before you order one of these free phones, be sure to double check the pricing and make sure it's free. Carrier pricing can change with the wind, and for no good reason.


Source: fox-van-allen

Aviation Maintenance Jobs:

Position Maintenance / Base Helicopter Maintenance Technician

Company:     Guardian Flight
Fax Number:     (877) 572-8787
Address:  4510 Old International Airport Rd Anchorage Alaska 99502 USA
Email:   hr@guardianflight.com
Web Address:  www.guardianflight.com

Company Info:  Guardian Flight is one of the largest providers of air ambulance services in the western United States, including the states of Alaska and Wyoming. Guardian provides unmatched ETAs and service. Guardian Flight transports medical, surgical, cardiac, trauma, pediatric, neonatal and pediatric ICU, and burn patients from rural facilities to tertiary care facilities 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Guardian also provides non-urgent prearranged medical charters to or from any Alaskan community.

Guardian Flight's service area covers the entire states of Alaska and Wyoming. Guardian's ground ambulances and pressurized aircraft allow our experienced crews to provide bed-to-bed patient care during inter-facility transports. From rural locations, the patient is cared for from point-of-care to the receiving hospital.

Supported Manufacturers:    
Job Title:   Base Helicopter Maintenance Technician
Location:  ROCK SPRINGS Wyoming USA
Contact:   Bethany O’Neil Email:  hr@guardianflight.com

Job Description:  Guardian Flight, a leader in the air ambulance industry, is accepting resumes for an experienced Field Based Helicopter Maintenance Technician based in Rock Springs, Wyoming.  We are committed to offering our employees a safe, challenging, professional and team-oriented working environment.

Position will provide on-site maintenance support for base aircraft including management of base inventory, plan and schedule aircraft maintenance, maintain base library and company-owned ground support equipment.

Requirements:

1.  Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate.

2.  At least 3 years (5 years preferred) of FAR 135 rotorcraft maintenance experience.

3.  At least 3 years (5 years preferred) experience maintaining AS350 aircraft.

4.  Strong electrical and avionics troubleshooting skills.

5.  Ability to build and maintain a through knowledge of company policies and procedures, General Maintenance Manual and FAA regulations.

6.  Maintenance planning and scheduling skills.

7.  Computer skills including the Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint.

Preference will be given to applicants with a current FAA Inspection Authorization.

Please note that this position will require some travel. Position will also require on-call status, including work during the day and availability evenings and weekends.

Ideal candidates will possess these qualifications, as well as demonstrated sound judgment and objectivity in decision making, honesty, integrity and a commitment to maintaining a safe aircraft.  Must be able to pass a background check and comply with DOT drug testing mandates.

Qualified applicants should send their resumes to HR@GuardianFlight.com.

No phone calls, please. 

Virgin Atlantic to create 500 airline jobs

Virgin Atlantic has announced that it is looking to fill 500 new airline jobs to meet expansion demands.

The airline is planning to expand its fleet this year and the airline jobs will help ensure operations continue to run smoothly. The new roles will be based at London Heathrow and Gatwick Airports and the airline staff will work on the new routes to Cancun and Vancouver as well as other locations.

It is understood the airline jobs will typically be for roles on long-haul flights which also include New York, Las Vegas, Barbados and Shanghai.

Corneel Koster, director of operations, safety and security for Virgin Atlantic, told the Press Association, "It is an exciting year of growth and investment for Virgin Atlantic as we look forward to expanding our network and welcoming a new fleet of aircraft.”

Koster added, "The new roles have been created to support our new destinations of Cancun and Vancouver, a second rotation on our San Francisco route and also our new A330-300 aircraft of which we take delivery of seven later in the year."

Virgin Atlantic also recently announced that it will expand its Upper Class, following an investment of over £100 million. It is understood that this project could create even more airline jobs with the company.

Rolls-Royce still recruiting for Singapore engine factory

Rolls-Royce is still recruiting for specialist aviation mechanics and construction jobs at its brand new US$558 million engine factory in Singapore.

The engine assembly plant was officially opened this week and is looking at off-setting the high costs of Singapore labor with an exceptional rise in the productivity and efficiency usually expected of factories of its size.

Rolls-Royce Singapore has already recruited 23 technicians to work in the fan blade factory and is looking to recruit for 27 more aviation assembly and maintenance jobs. By mid-2020 it expects to have some 89 technicians working in highly specialized aviation jobs. The plant will house the construction of Trent 900, Trent 1000 and Trent XWB engines, accounting for half of Roll-Royce’s global production capacity.

Rolls-Royce chairman Simon Robertson said that their decision to set up in Singapore was a logical one that will allow the company to thrive in an excellent business environment.

“We recognized that the Government of Singapore takes a long-term approach and has created an environment which enables companies like Rolls-Royce to take important, long-term investment decisions with confidence,” he said.

The director of operations at Rolls-Royce Singapore, Tin Ho, said that the assembly of a Trent 900 engine at the company’s factory in Derby, UK, takes more than 20 days, but they will be able to bring that down to around 14 in Singapore. This will be achieved through the housing of all process in a single building and narrowing the fields of specialism of individual engineers.

KS20:



Cl - Cd(low reynolds numbers also included, plus also flapped version (+10deg and +20 deg)



L/D vs. alpha:



Cm vs. Alpha:



Cl - alpha:



Printable profile picture of KS20 (black on white background):

    QFLR5_v.0001

 Calculated polar for: KS20

 1 1 Reynolds number fixed          Mach number fixed         

 xtrf =   1.000 (top)        1.000 (bottom)
 Mach =   0.270     Re =     5.000 e 6     Ncrit =   9.000

  alpha     CL        CD       CDp       CM    Top Xtr Bot Xtr   Cpmin    Chinge    XCp    
 ------- -------- --------- --------- -------- ------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
  -2.500   0.0172   0.00639   0.00156  -0.0630  0.5734  0.1263  -0.9628   0.0000   3.9974
  -2.000   0.0779   0.00594   0.00135  -0.0638  0.5687  0.2065  -0.7727   0.0000   1.0832
  -1.500   0.1376   0.00529   0.00111  -0.0647  0.5613  0.3515  -0.6885   0.0000   0.7246
  -1.000   0.1985   0.00466   0.00091  -0.0657  0.5560  0.4943  -0.7241   0.0000   0.5818
  -0.500   0.2604   0.00434   0.00082  -0.0667  0.5474  0.5909  -0.7638   0.0000   0.5048
   0.000   0.3235   0.00430   0.00084  -0.0677  0.5380  0.6224  -0.8063   0.0000   0.4565
   0.500   0.3863   0.00438   0.00088  -0.0686  0.5260  0.6346  -0.8489   0.0000   0.4238
   1.000   0.4491   0.00445   0.00094  -0.0696  0.5127  0.6478  -0.8954   0.0000   0.4002
   1.500   0.5115   0.00461   0.00102  -0.0704  0.4945  0.6510  -0.9563   0.0000   0.3823
   2.000   0.5732   0.00475   0.00111  -0.0712  0.4723  0.6587  -1.0304   0.0000   0.3682
   2.500   0.6344   0.00497   0.00124  -0.0719  0.4472  0.6628  -1.1188   0.0000   0.3567
   3.000   0.6941   0.00529   0.00142  -0.0723  0.4114  0.6656  -1.2143   0.0000   0.3470
   3.500   0.7516   0.00577   0.00168  -0.0724  0.3616  0.6675  -1.3096   0.0000   0.3385
   4.000   0.8098   0.00619   0.00194  -0.0726  0.3230  0.6691  -1.4113   0.0000   0.3313
   4.500   0.8664   0.00670   0.00226  -0.0725  0.2804  0.6702  -1.5275   0.0000   0.3247
   5.000   0.9229   0.00719   0.00260  -0.0724  0.2437  0.6718  -1.6463   0.0000   0.3189

KS20.dat Airfoil file for QFLR5, XFLR5 or Xfoil

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Create Paper Plane Online

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Do you think you’ve know the best way to fold a paper airplane?
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 If you do, then build your Paper Plane and join the race. RedBull Paper Wings is an International Paper Plane flying contest. All over the world, people compete their paper planes against each other. In this paper plane game, you can create a plane online.

The aim of the game is to create a paper plane and launch it and enlist Facebook & Twitter followers to help it keep flying. If you make it, you'll be in with a chance to win on of their RedBull great prizes.

There are three categories for the finals – 
Longest Airtime, Longest Distance and Aerobatics.
All it takes is a piece of paper. It’s of secondary importance what form the ordinary piece of paper (80g/m2) takes when it takes off from the hand. All forms of assistance or devices

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Cessna/Falcon/Lear/Hawker Aircraft Mechanic II, III – CAE

Job ID: 48571  Job Views: 1104
Location: Columbia, South Carolina, United States Zip Code: 29170
Job Category: Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Employment Type: Full time

Job Description
This hourly, non-exempt position requires varying degrees of knowledge of Cessna, Falcon, Lear and Hawker aircraft and related systems. The job includes varying amounts of parts replacement or repair, electrical troubleshooting, hydraulic and pneumatic system work, inspection of aircraft or systems and general mechanical applications. Job duties vary each day and are designated by the Team Leader in charge of the project. Will have direct customer contact. May be required to work independently or lead small projects.
Perform general mechanical functions on aircraft and related systems. This shall include, but not be limited to items such as:
Removal and installation of panels and components, repair work and sheet metal repair or installation.
Troubleshooting and evaluation of systems on the aircraft when designated.
Inspection and evaluation of the aircraft and components when designated.
Aircraft movement, assistance in performance runs and taxiing when required.
Maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling when required.
Work independently on projects when required.
Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Job Requirements

Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Airframe and Powerplant License.
Aircraft specific factory training preferred.

Experience
Airframe and Powerplant license required.
1-5+ years prior experience on aircraft maintenance required.
Turbine aircraft experience preferred.

Initiative
Self-motivated and able to maintain a rapid pace.
Able to process work with minimum supervision.

Responsibility
Must perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
Maintain customer oriented work habits.

Contacts
Other technicians in turbine service or other departments.
Team Leader of team assigned, Director of Maintenance.
Company sales representatives.
Customers or outside vendors.

Physical Requirements
Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.
Routing or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.

Mental Requirements
Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
Ability to troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.
Ability to work with others in a professional manner.

Supervision
Will work under supervision of assigned Team Leader and Director of Maintenance.
May be directed to supervise other technicians in some capacity.
Work with minimal supervision when required.

Working Conditions
The majority of work will be accomplished in a heated hangar.
Work outside during aircraft runs will occur.
Varied positions in and around the aircraft.

Equipment Used
Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic.
Pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment.
Jacks, stands, lifts and other support devices.
Tugs, power carts and other engine powered equipment.

Company Info
West Star Aviation
18 Terminal Drive
Alton, Illinois (United States)
Phone: (618) 259-0765
Web: www.weststaraviation.com

Aviation Jobs

Avionics Instrument Technician - PBI
Job ID: 48577
Location: West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Job Category: Avionics
Employment Type: Full time

Job Description

Works in conjunction with or independent of the Crew Leader, this position is responsible for maintaining and installing electronic (avionics) systems, and maintaining electronic (avionics) system components and parts within Company and Division policies and procedures and F.A.A. and F.C.C. requirements.  Keeps the Crew Leader advised of any deviation to schedule or material problems.

1.   Ability to trouble-shoot aircraft instrumentation (auto-pilot instrument systems, pitot/static instrument systems, etc.)
2.   Understanding of and proficiency on Falcon EPIC/EASY Systems
3.   Inspection capabilities (delegated, RII etc.).
4.   Ability to interface A/C systems with laptop
5.   Operates Dayton-Granger P-Static test set and interprets results.
6.   Makes minor metal repairs such as extracting bad screws, replacing racks, etc.
7.   Swings and compensates aircraft compass systems.
8.   Uses and interprets aircraft performance charts and flight computers.
9.    Ability to perform FAR 91.411 and 91.413 along with RVSM requirements
10.   Installs and checks out major avionics systems.
11.   Retrieves and initiates changes on wiring prints from computer.
12.   Performs all work to F.A.A. and DFJ-WC standards.
13.   Works in a safe manner in accordance with OSHA and Company safety procedures advising   the Crew Leader immediately of any unsafe or hazardous equipment or working facility.
14.   Maintains a clean working area.
15.   Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements
 1.  High school graduate or equivalent required.
2.   Graduate of two (2) year electronics/avionics technical school or equivalent military experience required.
3.   Minimum of two (2) years experience in electronics/avionics repair preferred.
4.   Must hold either a FCC, A&P or Repairman certification
5.   Supplies own tools required to perform job.  (See approved minimum tool list).
6.   Must be able to effectively communicate with customers.

Company Info
Dassault Aircraft Services
191 N. DuPont Highway
New Castle, Delaware (United States)
Phone: 302.322.7500
Web: www.dassaultfalcon.com

KSLaminar1.dat
Simulated polar




KSLaminar2.dat

AH-94-145:


AH-95-160:


AH-94-145-vs-95-160:


AH 94-145 simulated ailerons, 70% chord: neutral, -10, +10 deg, mach 0.27 Re 4.5M cruise:

Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Jobs:

Job Description
A leading University in Malaysia invites prospective applicants for the post of Lecturer/Senior lecturer in Aircraft Maintenance department with Airframe system Engine specialization.

Industry: Education, Teaching, Training  Role: Lecturer/Professor
Keyskills: Teaching, Lecturers, Aeronautics, Overseas, Airframe system
Desired Candidate Profile
Education: (UG - B.Tech/B.E. - Automobile, Aviation, Mechanical, Diploma - Other Specialization) AND (PG - M.Tech - Aviation)
• Masters in relevant discpline is mandatory • Should have certificate in Airframe System Engine specialization • Should be currently into teaching • Candidates must have experience in handling Airframe System Engine subject.

Company Profile
Thodeti Management Consultants
http://www.thodeti.com
A leading international placement service provider servicing world class companies across the globe.

Contact Details:
Executive Name: Mr Rajesh/Ms Ilakya
Contact Company: Thodeti Management Consultants
Address: Thodeti Management Consultants No.10, Suite 'E', Muralidharan Street Ayyavoo Naidu Colony, Aminjikarai ,Tamilnadu,India 600029
Email Address: placements@thodeti.com
Telephone: 044-23632912,42113759
Reference Id: Mal/Avionics

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Accredited Online Aviation College Program in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering

Aviation Institute of Maintenance Review:

If you are looking for an ambitious career in the maintenance of the aviation industry then Aviation Institute of Maintenance is the place to start. Over the past few years, AIM became one of the most prestigious institutions in the United States. Today AIM offer one of the country's most complete aviation maintenance technician (amount) plan - to be approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), everywhere respect the industry plan.

Each aviation program offered is specifically designed to qualify graduates for a career position in aircraft or related fields.This training provides you with the proper knowledge and skill levels required to pass the A&P license tests administered by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). With the exception of general education, courses in this program are FAA approved.

Aviation Maintenance Programs of Excellence.
Whether your goal is to work on airplanes, helicopters, engines, avionics or even hydraulic systems unrelated to aviation, AIM school will give you the training needed for entry-level positions in aviation and other industries. AIM aircraft mechanic school will help you decide what program is right for you and we will give you the skills needed to prepare for the FAA Airframe & Powerplant exam. Contact us today about your career.

List of Aviation Programs provided by AIM:
Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Program
Aviation Maintenance Technical Engineer (AMTE) Program
Airframe Maintenance Technician Program
Powerplant Maintenance Technician
Avionics Technician Program
Human Factors in Aviation Course

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance, an FAA approved school, operates in Georgia, Indiana, Missouri, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, California and Virginia.

The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in any of its programs or activities.

Aerospace Engineering Technician Job in ATLANTA, GA
Vacancy No.     AAC-INT-12-JW3411C-24292   Department     Federal Aviation Administration
Salary     $59,987.00 to $77,981.00   Grade 11 to 11
Perm/Temp     Permanent     FT/PT     Full-time
Open Date     2/6/2020     Close Date     2/26/2020
ATLANTA, GA

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:  FAA Employees - Organization Wide - This announcement is open to permanent employees of the FAA's Technical Operations, Aviation System Standards, Aircrafty Maintenance & Engineering Group, Line Maintenance, AJW-3400.

Job Title:Aerospace Engineering Technician
Department:Department Of Transportation
Agency:Federal Aviation Administration

JOB SUMMARY:

The Next Generation of Flight is Underway - and you can be part of it! We need you and your fresh ideas to shape the air transportation system of tomorrow, and the way America flies. Come be a part of the new generation in aviation, an industry that is absolutely critical to this nation's economy and security.

The Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) is a fundamental transformation of our nation's airspace system. It uses 21st century technologies to meet future demands, avoid gridlock in the sky and on the runways, further improve safety, and protect the environment. For more information on NextGen, watch this brief introduction : NextGen Introduction

About the FAA   Employment Information

Business Component: FAA Aeronautical Center Region, Technical Operations, Aviation System Standards, Aircraft Maintenance & Engineering Group, Line Station Sub Team, Atlanta Line Station, AJW-3411C.

Sample of Duties: Troubleshoots and analyzes aircraft problems, which may involve mechanical, electronic, and/or avionics components. The aircraft carries a flight inspection pla...
(see Duties tab for more duties)

Permanent Change of Station (PCS) - Employees with status: A fixed relocation payment of $10,000 will be paid.

    KEY REQUIREMENTS
    U.S. Citizen
    Position may require SHIFT WORK.
    Successful completion of a security investigation may be required.
    This is a drug-testing designated position.
    This position may require frequent travel.
    Pre-appointment physical will be required.

For complete information  Click here

In near Aerospace Engineers are in demand and Salaries will skyrocket by more than 150-200 percent

At the annual aviation festival of Indian Institute of Technology, Air Marshal (retd) J.S. Gujral said "With the growing need for setting up better MRO (maintenance, repairs and overhaul) facilities in India, the demand of such engineers will only increase.

According to experts, India will need in excess of 50,000 trained and licensed engineers by 2020 to service the demand of a slew of both Indian and foreign aircraft maintenance facilities.

"Several foreign aircraft maintenance facilities are eyeing opening new units in the country, to service the demand of a growing aviation industry," said Bharat Malkani, chairman and managing director of Max Aerospace and Aviation Ltd.

"We have around 25,000 licensed engineers in India. Every year only 350-400 aeronautical engineers pass out from various IITs and other recognised training institutions," he added.

"Salaries over the next three-five years will skyrocket by more than 150-200 percent due to this scarcity, which is good for the students eyeing a career in aeronautical engineering," he said.

The demand will also find its basis as there is an increasing need for new MRO facilities in India.

According to aviation ministry officials, by 2025, India's airlines will operate about 1,800 aircraft, handling an estimated 400 million passengers a year.

With calls for the government to liberalise foreign direct investment (FDI) norms to allow foreign airlines to invest up to 49 percent in domestic air carriers, India will see a tremendous need for aerospace engineers in the next decade, experts said.

"With the growing need for setting up better MRO (maintenance, repairs and overhaul) facilities in India, the demand of such engineers will only increase," Gujral told IANS.

An estimate by Ernst and Young says that the Indian MRO industry in the aviation sector will receive investments up to $30 billion by 2020.

"The reason why India's MRO industry will develop is because it is cheaper and faster to repair in India than send the planes abroad for maintenance," Gujral said.


Source: Indo Asian News Service

Our gforge site can host in addition to software projects, also now open source aircraft projects. If you are interested in open source aircraft idea, feel free to join the forces at:

http://gforge.katix.org/gf/

I have setted up two my open source airplane projects there (they don't have much yet, but one has to start from somewhere, right?). So if you are interested in joining one of these existing projects, or you have a promising own project which you would like to share with other people, here is your chance. Register yourself and propose a project. I am the admin and approving you and your project proposals.

The motivation to join could be to get some fame. In the software field, open source developers are at the top of the ranking scale. This could be the case in the other fields too. You can make sure that you don't miss the train by joining and contributing to projects or by creating and sharing your own projects with everybody. Also here is your chance to collaborate and get results. Getting things done with large number of eyes looking after the same thing is more likely than everybody doing their things alone.

The site requires approval from site admins, so please make sure you describe your project in enough detail to get it approved. We do approve potential projects.

Kate setted up gforge on our server, so I decided to put my conceptual design tool to a subversion repository. You can find it here:

http://gforge.katix.org/gf/project/zdesigner/

Contributions to the software is very welcome. You can register to the Katix gforge and join the project if you think you can contribute. I am looking for aeronautical engineers and students to help with the software development. There may be some equations which have errors. You can help with pointing them out. The bug tracker should be used for that purpose.

Also some extra eyes reviewing the code (it is currently quite quickly hacked together) would be helpful, if you are not specialized in aircraft conceptual design, but you are good with C++ and Qt and you have too much time, feel free to join and start filing bugs about bad code. If you have even more time, feel free to write and suggest patches that fixes the issues. I am not looking for comments about indentation (if I see that kind of bugs too often, I will resolve them as invalid) etc., but rather memory leaks, something done really wrong with Qt - real issues in other words.

The code is licensed under GPL version 3 or any later version -license.

Anonymous svn access to the repository (without commit privileges):

svn checkout http://katix.org/svn/zdesigner/trunk zdesigner

My earlier post about the NLF215F simulations with XFLR5, the related parameters for aircraft would be in the use case (one iteration of thinking):

- low altitude cruise:
* altitude = 12000 ft
* W/S = 22 lbs/sqft
* Clcruise = 0.41
* NLF215F flap in the -10 degrees position, gap seals closed

- high altitude cruise:
* altitude = 36000 ft
* W/S = 22 lbs/sqft
* Clcruise = 0.96
* NLF215F flap in the 0 degree position, gap seals closed

- extreme high altitude cruise
* some fuel burned already -> W/S reduced to 21 lbs/sqft
* altitude = 46000 ft
* W/S = 21 lbs/sqft
* Clcruise = 1.48
* NLF215F flap in the 0 degrees position, gap seals closed

- approach
* 1 slot open
* W/S = 15 lbs/sqft
* altitude = 1000 ft
* Cl = 1.1, V = 75 kts (at gross weight, W/S 22 lbs/sqft)
* Cl = 1.1, V = 65 kts (when fuel tanks nearly empty, W/S 15 lbs/sqft)
* NLF215F flap in the +10 degrees position, 1 slot open

- landing
* 2 slots open

Investigation of boundary-layer control to improve the lift and drag characteristics of the NACA 65-2 415 airfoil section with double slotted and plain flaps

Above picture as full size 2560x1600

Some NLF215F polars in text format

I ran some simulations for different airfoils in the same condition:
- cruise at medium low altitude, Cl = 0.4, speed = 0.26 mach, Re = 4000000, wing loading >= 20 lbs/sqft.

I first simulated a large number of different airfoils, but finally only picked the couple of NACAs and the NLF215F with -10 degree negative cruise flap and without.

The NLF215F has a clearly better overall performance all over the Cl range what it comes to Cd. Also the pitching moment of this airfoil becomes low when the cruise flap is at -10 degrees.

The XLFR5 is a easier to use interface built on top of the X-foil engine. The X-foil also features wing and whole airplane analysis functions.

The downside of the program has been that is only available for Windows. However, it can be run nowadays in Linux without porting the program to e.g. Qt (which is a big task), so in the mean time before any cross-platform version appears, you can live with the wine in Linux environment:

- Make sure your wine version is a pretty recent one, version greater than 1.0.

I am using the Ubuntu Intrepid version. apt-cache policy wine reports the following:
wine:
Installed: 1.0.1-0ubuntu2
Candidate: 1.0.1-0ubuntu2
Version table:
*** 1.0.1-0ubuntu2 0
500 http://archive.ubuntu.com intrepid/universe Packages
100 /var/lib/dpkg/status
W: Duplicate sources.list entry http://archive.ubuntu.com intrepid/universe Packages (/var/lib/apt/lists/archive.ubuntu.com_ubuntu_dists_intrepid_universe_binary-i386_Packages)
W: Duplicate sources.list entry http://archive.ubuntu.com intrepid/multiverse Packages (/var/lib/apt/lists/archive.ubuntu.com_ubuntu_dists_intrepid_multiverse_binary-i386_Packages)

If you are running the latest stable Ubuntu (Intrepid - 8.10), you can use the Ubuntu supplied one and it will work fine with XFLR5. However, if you are running Ubuntu Hardy or some other distro that does not have the post-1.0 version available, you can install it from winehq repository. For debian based distros like Ubuntu, the instructions can be found from here:

http://www.winehq.org/download/deb

Our living room computer is not yet updated and it is still running the older Hardy. I updated the wine by adding the following line to /etc/apt/sources.list:

deb http://wine.budgetdedicated.com/apt hardy main #WineHQ - Ubuntu 8.04 "Hardy Heron"

Then I did apt-get update and apt-get install wine

The new version of wine got installed and the XFLR5 started working fine.

Download the XFLR5 from here:
http://xflr5.sourceforge.net/xflr5.htm

Go to download page and click download. At the time of writing this, the 4.15 was the latest version.

Download the zip file XFLR5_v415.zip to a new subfolder into your home directory, because the zip file does not contain directories and when you unzip it, if you was in your home directory, you get the package contents directly there which messes up your home with lots of unnecessary files.

Run the XFLR5_Setup.exe by typing on a terminal:

wine ./XFLR5_Setup.exe

The setup runs and finishes.

After this you can notice that a new entry appeared to your Applications menu (in Gnome):
Applications - Wine
Select submenu Programs, and there XFLR5 and on that submenu XFLR5.
XFLR5 should now start successfully.

It works on my computer without problems now.

I created these:

KaroliinaNLF1016.dat
KaroliinaNLF1016F-5.dat

X-foil is predicting for KaroliinaNLF1016F-5 (-5 degrees cruise flap for low altitude) exactly what I was looking for. The KaroliinaNLF1016 is decambered and a bit thickened (16%) version of NASA NLF1015. According to quick analysis, laminar bucket has same shape as NLF1015 has, L/D and minimum Cd is the same, but it has been lowered to a bit lower Cl and also the useful Cl is a bit lower than on NLF1015. However, this way, the unacceptable cruise performance at low altitude theoretically gets acceptable. I need to experiment more and try out with different Re numbers. I was testing at only Re = 1000000 since that is where I was targeting the high altitude cruise. However, the Re is a lot higher at low altitude, gets easily to 5000000, so I will need to try more analysis on the airfoil tomorrow.

This page contains a quite good list of aircraft design and airfoil programs

Wanna see the current cloud situation?
I accidentally found this, it is pretty cool site, satellite imagery is updated daily and it covers the whole Earth:

http://www.flashearth.com/

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AME Jobs in Emirates Airlines
Licensed Aircraft Engineer - I - Delhi
by Mediacom (A GroupM company) in Delhi, Delhi/NCR
Experience: 5 to 7 yrs.  |  Opening(s): 1

Job Description
The Position: To ensure maintenance tasks and certification of aircraft during maintenance scheduled and unscheduled inputs are carried out to the highest possible standards of safety, quality and serviceability. To ensure appropriate application of certification privileges in accordance with the limitations of Company Authorisations.

Job Outline:
    Ensure the zones/aircraft to which assigned are maintained IAW the approved documentation issued by approved authorities ensuring compliance is maintained to the latest revisions applicable to Technical Publications e.g. Aircraft documentation, Technical Notices, Quality Notices, EPMs ...etc). Individuals must ensure their personal approval/licensing requirements are valid and applicable to aircraft types worked through close liaison with Quality
    Assurance/GCAA. Ensure all off-aircraft tasks i.e. spares handling, robberies, hold items...etc are handled strictly IAW Company procedures and all the relevant paperwork is actioned in a way that provides full transparency to all involved.
    Ensure resources and manpower available is supportive of the business needs allowing targets/milestones set to be adequately met.
    Ensure that all activities performed and personnel responsible for are closely monitored to ensure the best possible application of safety rules and regulations are applied ensuring full understanding and adherence to Company procedures. Individuals must highlight deficiencies/ requirements on an aircraft through the effective use of reports in support of the overall quality improvement process and actively participate in propagating and enhancing the Group safety culture.
    Establish effective up-down rapport with Manager and sub-ordinates to maintain a seamless flow of information to highlight/detect and address any scenarios/events that might be disruptive to the operation. Ensure all relevant reports pertaining to issues of service delays, incidents and accidents, are completed in detail identifying all elements leading up to events.
    This includes completion of the necessary documentation including all relevant information that will allow rectification of defects by concerned sections through short-term maintenance planning. Additional reviews of all other activities/actions must be performed to allow process improvements to be implemented as necessary.
    Responsible for conducting performance reviews for staff under their direct control through the application of the Performance Matters System.
    Deficiencies or inability to meet objectives/competencies must be highlighted during interim reviews conducted and an agreed course of action implemented to improve/correct any issues identified.
    Each to be effective in guiding/coaching/counselling junior staff assigned to their team, including National Trainees, ensuring action and development plans are in place to address any areas of concern.
    Attend training modules as and when required by the Company to enhance skills and understanding that will benefit the business. Be available to be deployed anywhere throughout the EK operation including diversionary airfields to assist in the recovery process of an
    AOG and/or relief duties at other outstations.Must be available to assume duties and responsibilities of station maintenance manager whenever delegated by the section manager.

Salary & Benefits: We offer our employee's competitive remuneration packages, attractive travel benefits, and career development supported by multi-million dollar training facilities in Dubai, and e-Learning programmes for those seeking a long-term future in the Company.

Experience and Qualifications :
    Must have served an apprenticeship with an airline/approved organisation or have received equivalent formal training. Valid UAEA GCAA Basic Maintenance license or EASA Part 66 Basic Maintenance Licence. Minimum of four aircraft type licenses (including A330, B777, Trent 700/800, GE-90-115B certification) which must be relevant to the Emirates fleet with appropriate approvals.7 years certifying experience as a license holder.
    Experience in leading a team of mechanics/technicians. Must be familiar with legislative matters relating to the safe and airworthy operation and maintenance of aircraft to international standards.
    IMP: Applicant should have a right to live and work in India. Company will not assist in obtaining work permits.

Keyskills: licensed aircraft Engineer, Engineer, Aviation
Desired Candidate Profile Education: (UG - Any Graduate - Any Specialization) AND (PG - Any PG Course, Post Graduation Not Required)

Emirates Group Company Profile
Mediacom (A GroupM company)
http://www.emiratesgroupcareers.com
The Emirates Group is a highly profitable business with a turnover of approximately US$ 12 billion and over 50,000 employees. The Group comprises of dnata, the successful Airport Ground Services and Travel Industry division, and Emirates, the Group's rapidly expanding and award winning international Airline. Emirates global network now sees it flying to over 110 destinations across 6 continents, operating a modern fleet of over 150 wide-bodied aircraft. Today the Airline has orders worth over US$ 68 billion for 200 more of the latest aircraft, with plans to operate to many more destinations in the months and years ahead. With our international network constantly expanding and opportunities arising in countries/cities outside of Dubai, we are looking for career motivated individuals to join our operations in their home countries. If you have the talent to support our business, we can offer you a wealth of benefits. The opportunity to work for one of the most prestigious and progressive airlines in the sky, or for a leader in ground handling and passenger service operations in an airport environment. Discover your future!

Contact Details
Executive Name: Maria
Contact Company: Mediacom (A GroupM company) Reference Id: LAE-I/JG/19338

Aviation Jobs: Licensed AME(Aircraft Maintenance Engineer)-A&C Airbus/A320

 Vrinda consultant hiring for Leading Aviation/Airlines Company in Anywhere in INDIA
Experience: 4 to 9 yrs.  | Salary: INR 10,00,000 - 15,00,000 P.A  |  Opening(s): 10

Job Description: To ensure maintenance tasks & certification of aircraft during maintenance scheduled and unscheduled inputs are carried out to highest possible standards of safety,quality & serviceability.

Industry: Aviation, Aerospace, Aeronautical

Role: Maintenance Engineer
Keyskills: Licensed AME Aircraft Maintenance Engineer- A&C Airbus / A320 Maintenance engineer Aviation airlines
Desired Candidate Profile
Education:
(UG - Graduation Not Required, Any Graduate) AND (PG - Any PG Course - Any Specialization, Post Graduation Not Required)
The Professional should have valid Type rating A320 Licence & should have basic Licence in JE & HA

Company Profile
Vrinda consultant
http://www.vrindaconsultants.com/aerospace/320-licensed-ameaircraft-mainten
Client is a leading emerging Aviation company in INDIA & now looking for the incumbents @ PAN-INDIA level

Contact Details
Vrinda consultant
manu.sharma@vrindaconsultants.com
Address: DDA Market Pitampura NEW DELHI,Delhi,India
Email Address: careers@vrindaconsultants.com
Telephone: +91-9215886400
Reference Id: LAME-PAN

Instrumentation Technician A.G. Enterprises
Experience: 5 to 7 yrs. Workman/Foreman/Technician
Keyskills:Instrumentation Technician, Troubleshooting,aircraft maintenance

Desired Candidate Profile
Education: (UG - Graduation Not Required) AND (PG - Post Graduation Not Required)
I.T.I / N.C.V.T (Fitter), Minimum 5 - 7 years experience in upkeep, troubleshooting and maintenance of instruments & automation in refinery section

Company Profile
A.G. Enterprises
A Leading client of Ag Enterprises.

Contact Details
AG Enterprises
Email Address: naukri@ag-enterprises.com
Reference Id: 1439-6213