- Aérospatiale N 500
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N 500 Cadet Role VTOL research aircraft National origin France Manufacturer Aérospatiale (Nord Aviation) First flight 1967 Number built 2 The Aérospatiale N 500 Cadet was a single-seat VTOL research aircraft built by Nord in 1967.
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Design and development
A model kit presenting the concept was first shown at the Paris Air Show at Le Bourget in 1965. The aircraft was driven by two ducted fans, with three blades per fan, mounted on short wings that were able to pivot between providing vertical and horizontal thrust.
Two prototypes were constructed, one making its first (tethered) flight in July 1968.
Specifications (N500)
Data from Jane's Encyclopedia of Aviation
General characteristics
- Crew: one, pilot
- Length: 6.58 m (21 ft 7 in)
- Wingspan: 6.14 m (20 ft 1 in)
- Height: ()
- Max takeoff weight: 1,250 kg (2,750 lb)
- Powerplant: 2 × Allison T63 turboshaft/turboprop, 236 kW (317 shp) each
Performance
- Maximum speed: 350 km/h (191 knots, 220 mph)
See also
- Related lists
References
- Taylor, Michael J. H. (1989). Jane's Encyclopedia of Aviation. London: Studio Editions. pp. 33.
- Aviafrance
Nord Aviation aircraft Manufacturer
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