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* [http://www.holycows.net/datcom/ Datcom+] extension of the original DATCOM software.
* [http://www.holycows.net/datcom/ Datcom+] extension of the original DATCOM software.
* [http://openae.org/downloads#OpenDatcom OpenDatcom], a GUI interface for DATCOM
* [http://openae.org/downloads#OpenDatcom OpenDatcom], a GUI interface for DATCOM
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Revision as of 12:35, 19 February 2013

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DATCOM is a computer program that calculates the static stability, control and dynamic derivative characteristics of fixed-wing aircraft. In releation to FlightGear, it can be used for JSBSim FDMs.

Important notes

  • DATCOM input files (.dcm):
    • The maximum line length is 80 characters (or maybe 79?).
    • Do not put numbers in the first column.

External links

  • Datcom+ extension of the original DATCOM software.
  • OpenDatcom, a GUI interface for DATCOM