FAQ: General

► Can I export my airplane drawing from AeroPack to AAA?

Currently the interface between AAA and AeroPack is only from AAA to AeroPack.

► Will AAA run in a network environment?

AAA can be installed as a Node Locked License: AAA is only valid on the PC the software is installed on; and Floating License: AAA can be used on any computer in the network. The number of floating licenses is set by the WIBU-BOX/U: Universal Serial Bus (USB).

► Is AAA available on Linux?

Not at this time, but we are looking into porting AAA to Linux.

► Is AAA available on UNIX (AIX, IRIX, Solaris)?

No. AAA Version 1.7 was the last version of AAA that ran on UNIX workstations. There are no plans to port AAA back to the workstations. AAA runs under Windows on PC and under window emulators on workstations such as SoftWindows or VirtualPC.

► Will AAA run on the MAC?

Some customers have successfully run Advanced Aircraft Analysis (AAA) software on the MAC using a Windows emulator program. However we have not tested this and do not support AAA on the MAC.

► How does AAA relate to AeroPack?

AAA interfaces with AeroPack, which is an add on software to Shark and Shark FX. The interface is actually file exchange. AAA exports a geometry file and AeroPack can import this file. There is currently no export from AeroPack into AAA. This is planned for a future version.

► What kind of background do I need to use AAA?

We recommend a technical background and knowledge of the airplane design process. In addition, we recommend the textbooks Airplane Design I - VIII, Flight Dynamics I & II, by J. Roskam and Aerodynamics & Performance, by C.T. Lan and J. Roskam be used with the software. These textbooks can be purchased at our On-Line Store.

► What is included with the software purchase?

AAA node locked or floating license on CD-ROM, printed user's manual, WIBU-BOX:USB and 12 months technical support.

Student License: AAA software and user manual (pdf) on CD-ROM and WIBU Key (USB).

► My browser's padlock icon indicates that your online bookstore is not secure. Is it really safe to submit my credit card information to you over the Internet?

The reason the padlock does not appear is because there are some parts of our online store that are common to our other websites, such as images, formatting, etc. This data is not transferred over a secure connection. Because the page you are seeing contains both encrypted and non-encrypted data, your browser's padlock icon will indicate an insecure page.

If you check your browser's listed properties for our page you will find our valid certificate signed by Equifax and an encryption confirmation. We use strong encryption to protect your information from interception. You can verify this in Mozilla Firefox by double-clicking the padlock icon with the red slash in the lower right corner of the window. In Internet Explorer, you can right-click on the page and go to "Properties." Under "Connection" you should see the encryption information.

We take the security of our customer's data and our computer systems very seriously. When you make an online purchase, we do not store your credit card number, and the card data cannot be intercepted in transit.

► I have a brochure for G.A.-CAD, but do not see it listed on your website. Do you still sell the G.A.-CAD software?

G.A.-CAD, G.A.-HomeBuilt and G.A.-CADlite are no longer available.

► Do you offer educational discounts to students?

Yes! Students can purchase a 12-month node locked license for Advanced Aircraft Analysis (AAA). We allow an academic discounts for Airplane Design I - VIII, Flight Dynamics I & II and Aerodynamics & Performance at our on-line store.

► What is the Technical Support and Upgrade Service?

The Technical Support Service is a contractual service which includes unlimited technical support, bug fixes and software upgrades.

► Do you have errata sheets for your textbooks?

You can download errata sheets for Airplane Design I - VIII, Flight Dynamics I & II and Aerodynamics & Performance in pdf file format.

► What kind of Consulting Services does DARcorporation offer?

DARcorporation has been providing consulting services in the general area of aircraft configuration design and analysis, stability and control and estimation of airplane models for flight simulators and aircraft technical analysis since 1991. In fact, we are the engineering department for several airplane manufacturers. Other services include water tunnel and wind tunnel testing and analysis. For additional information, feel free to contact us.

► Can AAA be purchased through a distributor?

DARcorporation is the sole developer and ONLY distributor of Advanced Aircraft Analysis (AAA) in the U.S. Click here for our listing of authorized International distributors.