Noise-shielding wing configuration

摘要: Embodiments of the invention provide an aircraft configuration that provides for increased engine noise shielding community reduction, while still providing desirable aerodynamic attributes such as good spanwise lift distributions and structural integration without excessive wing surface area. Specifically, is configured to have a longer-chord inboard portion shorter-chord outboard portion. The engines are positioned in major part over portions communities below at least partially shielded by from noise. also strategically position fowler flaps or other chord-increasing devices region proximate engine. Since motion increases effective chord extended, may be deployed increase characteristics wing.