Comparison of Airflow Around the Windward and Leeward Sides of an Aircraft Wing with a Straight Leading Edge

   The presented work shows the results of an experimental study of the structure of the flow separation over the wing of a small-sized aircraft with a leading edge and fuselage on the leeward and windward sides. Visualization images of the wall flow were obtained, followed by an analysis of these photographs and a comparison of the flow results on both sides. The flow structure studies were conducted at the critical angle of attack for the model used. Additionally, the study examined the influence of changes in the angle of sideslip and the deflection of control surfaces (elevons).

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