Abstract
The Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) transportation system has been proposed as a solution to short-haul transportation congestion, because it 1) operates independently of the existing Conventional Takeoff and Landing (CTOL) system; 2) offers more convenience to short haul travelers; and 3) relieves congestion at major airports. However, the STOL transportation system encounters operational constraints which differ from current CTOL aircraft. These constraints are: economics, short-haul market characteristics, operating environment, and community acceptance. This paper discusses how these constraints influence the STOL aircraft's size, speed, propulsion system, takeoff/landing performance, and maneuverability.
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