Abstract: In a jet-propelled aircraft of the type in which the propulsion jets are directed onto a wing so as to achieve an ejector effect, two vertical tail-fin surfaces are provided and extend downwardly beneath the center of gravity of the aircraft to return the aircraft to a correct attitude when it tends to move sideways relative to the direction of flight.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
March 19, 1990
Date of Patent:
November 13, 1990
Assignee:
Aeritalia - Societe Aerospaziale Italiana - S.p.A.