AIDC XC-2
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| XC-2 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Civil transport |
| Manufacturer | AIDC |
| Maiden flight | 1978 |
| Number built | 1 |
The AIDC XC-2 was a prototype civil transport aircraft first flown in 1978 in the Republic of China. It was a high-wing monoplane powered by two turboprop engines. The main undercarriage was carried in sponsons on either side of the boxy fuselage, maximising internal space. No production ensued.
[edit] Specifications
General characteristics
- Crew: two pilots
- Capacity: 38 passengers or 3,850 kg (8,500 lb) of cargo
- Length: 20.1 m (65 ft 11 in)
- Wingspan: 24.6 m (80 ft 8 in)
- Height: 7.72 m (25 ft 4 in)
- Maximum weight: 12,500 kg (27,500 lb)
- Powerplant: 2 × Lycoming T53-L-701A turboprops, 1,080 kW (1,450 hp) each
Performance
- Maximum speed: 425 km/h (265 mph)
- Range: 2,130 km (1,330 miles)
- Service ceiling: 8,500 m (27,900 ft)
[edit] References
- Taylor, Michael J. H. (1989). Jane's Encyclopedia of Aviation. London: Studio Editions, 44.
- luftfahrt-archiv.de
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