| VELA-RSJ - an alternative concept for the Very Efficicent Large Aircraft studies using information presented at EWADE 2007 (ref) VELA-RSJ represents an more surface conformal airframe aiming at cruise L/D of 25 or above. VELA-RSJ was specifically designed to minimize surface intersection discontinuities while maintaining or surpassing reference study goals. VELA-RSJ could increase range to over 8000 nmi or reduce fuel by a significant degree. |