Acceleration Limitations

In order to ensure correct interpretation of the two basic types of acceleration limitations imposed on this airplane, the following definitions apply:

1. Symmetrical flight is that where airplane bank angle is constant.

2. Asymmetrical flight is that involving a bank angle change rate,  i.e., rolling flight.

Symmetrical Acceleration Limitations

Negative G imposed at low engine propellant levels may result in premature main chamber burnout.

Asymmetrical Acceleration Limitations

At burnout gross weight (15,119 pounds), asymmetrical limitations are 5.2 G and 0 G.