Modify physical parameters
We offer various settings that define the vary basics of a model. All of them together define the flight behavior, the ground handling and the reaction to certain actions. This is a very complex tool to work on your model. If your understanding of general aerodynamics or flight mechanics is not that deep you may leave these settings as they are. On the other hand, this is a nice tool to improve that knowledge! If you do changes please do it one by one and watch out for effects. Be careful with the numbers. Aerodynamics is the "secret of small numbers". Try small steps and watch the effect.
If you entered a value that turns out to be completely wrong, press <Alt><0> to restore the default value.
You may prefer to set minor changes, f.e. the lift performance or the reaction to steering input in the Modify model parameter dialog. The related field in the physical parameter filed will be updated automatically.
We provide two sets of parameter files for helicopters and aircraft separately.
Physical parameters for helicopterWe separated the sections General data, Drive, Main rotor, Tail rotor and Landing gear.
Physical parameters aircraftWe separated the sections General data, Drive, Main wing, Profile data, Rudder/elevator and Landing gear.