Optimal trajectory planning based on wind-optimal cost index

Ali Alizadeh, Mevlüt Uzun, Emre Koyuncu

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Abstract

This work aims to develop a methodology based on wind-optimal cost index (CI) to be used in the trajectory optimization through optimal speed scheduling. Based on the accuracy of the weather forecast (wind data), the proposed method can be used for tactical and pre-departure flight planning as well as the real time speed optimization through Flight Management System (FMS). The precision of the optimal speed scheduling is proportional to the accuracy of the wind forecast. The impact of this method over a short flight is quantified to be 0.25% fuel saving compared to the wind-optimal trajectory, which shows the pure impact of wind-optimal CI. A detailed comparison between wind-optimal trajectories with fixed CI and the wind-optimal trajectory utilizing wind-optimal CI is done for a sample flight.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2018 Aviation Technology, Integration, and Operations Conference
PublisherAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, AIAA
ISBN (Print)9781624105562
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2018
Event18th AIAA Aviation Technology, Integration, and Operations Conference, 2018 - Atlanta, United States
Duration: 25 Jun 201829 Jun 2018

Publication series

Name2018 Aviation Technology, Integration, and Operations Conference

Conference

Conference18th AIAA Aviation Technology, Integration, and Operations Conference, 2018
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityAtlanta
Period25/06/1829/06/18

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