Development of a Computer Program for Analyzing Preliminary Aircraft Configurations in Relationship to Emerging Agility Metrics

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The paper details the creation of a FORTRAN code designed for agility analysis of aircraft within NASA-Ames' ACSYNT design framework. It reviews current agility research and metrics before outlining the methodologies and models used in the code. Through trade studies conducted on the Northrop F-20 Tigershark, the effectiveness of the agility module is demonstrated, showcasing its ability to analyze how parameters like thrust-to-weight ratio and wing loading affect agility. The module also facilitates comparisons between configurations and optimizes agility performance.