How indicative of maneaverability are the max G numbers of fighter
aircraft?
If your measure of "maneuverability" is the radius of the airplane's
circle, the anwer is No. A Sopwith Pup could turn a very tight circle
while pulling very few Gs.
I realize you were no doubt thinking of modern fighters when you asked
the question, but the above example should tell you something about
agility and Gs.
vince norris
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