How much do spoilers increase drag coefficient?

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Approximetly how much is the drag coefficient if orginally the coefficient is 0.02689. I know it depends on aircraft etc but I am only looking a rough estimate.
 
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As a first order guess, spoilers are a flat plate. But, what outside sources have you consulted?
 
Cyrus said:
As a first order guess, spoilers are a flat plate. But, what outside sources have you consulted?

what do you mean by outside sources?
 
Books, AIAA journal papers, NASA technical server, etc. What exactly are you trying to model here?
 
i am modelling the braking system. so i need to know how much drag the spoilers provide to enhance my model
 
Have you tried Raymers book?