Inventors:
Ardell J. Anderson - Redmond WA
Kenneth D. Hurley - Bellevue WA
Richard H. Leckman - Seattle WA
Ronald H. Robinson - Bellevue WA
Edward N. Tinoco - Bellevue WA
Assignee:
The Boeing Company - Seattle WA
International Classification:
B64D 3900
Abstract:
An aerodynamic spoiler mounted on the upper forward surface of the fuselage of an aircraft which is equipped to be refueled by another aircraft while in flight. The spoiler counteracts aerodynamic disturbances produced by the refueling boom and the resultant instabilities in pitch in the aircraft receiving fuel. Four species of the spoiler are disclosed and the device may be made retractable to eliminate drag when not in use.