Boeing is investigating an unexpected buffet in the inboard flaps of the
747-8F, a design issue that may prompt a costly redesign and put
significant pressure on the flight test schedule.
The buffet was first discovered following the first flight of the 747-8F on February 8th, when the aircraft extended its flaps to the maximum setting of 30 with the landing gear fully extended, say program sources. Continue reading...
(Graphic: Flightglobal)
The buffet was first discovered following the first flight of the 747-8F on February 8th, when the aircraft extended its flaps to the maximum setting of 30 with the landing gear fully extended, say program sources. Continue reading...
(Graphic: Flightglobal)
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