In a message dated 6/19/2002 1:59:43 AM Pacific Standard Time,
peterz@zutrasoft.com writes:
> From the initial pics on Steve's site
> http://www.goflyin.com/europa/may_2002.htm (thanks Steve!) it appears that
> the rear of the doors has the same additional severe curve as the front
> edge. I'm really surprised that they did not trail the rear of the window
> off more gradually to avoid flow separation and reduce drag. With one's
> head
> near the half-way point (front to rear) in the window, I would have figured
> that there would be ample opportunity to flow the rear edge back into the
> frame more gradually.
>
> It will be interesting to see what aerodynamic impact these windows do
> have.
> I just can't believe that the flow stays attached.
>
One thing I keep thinking about is that I was considering a tri gear
airplane. I am sure that any additional drag from the windows will pale in
comparison to the drag of 2 extra wheels hanging down in the breeze! I do
agree that it seems they could have tapered the aft portion of the window,
but I would not characterize it as severe -- from my observation from having
the windows.
Dave A227
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