5. EXPERIMENTAL FIGHTER AIRCRAFT GROUND MANEUVER SIMULATION

Abstrak

This study aims to explore and analyze various factors that affect ground
maneuvers on fighter aircraft, focusing on the steering system and landing gear design.
Fighter aircraft, as a major component in military operations, must not only have optimal air
maneuverability, but also be able to maneuver on the ground effectively and efficiently. The
ability to move quickly and precisely on the ground is essential. Precise ground maneuvers
not only ensure the safety of the aircraft, but also affect operational efficiency and response
time in dealing with emergency situations. In this study, simulations were conducted using a
mathematical model developed in MATLAB/Simulink software to model and analyze aircraft
movements during the ground operation phase. This model considers various important
parameters such as aircraft speed, nose landing gear deflection, and weight distribution
settings to obtain more accurate results. The results of this simulation show that changes in
the nose landing gear deflection affect aircraft movements, including the ability to change
direction with a smaller radius and shorter time. Thus, the results of this study are expected
to provide new insights into fighter aircraft design to improve ground maneuver performance
and improve fighter aircraft operational efficiency in various field conditions.