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Some Performance and Operating Characteristics of Convertiplanes

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Author: Lichten, R. L.

Source: Journal of the American Helicopter Society, Volume 3, Number 2, 1 April 1958, pp. 13-24(12)

Publisher: Vertical Flight Society

DOI: https://doi.org/10.4050/JAHS.3.13

This paper compares the performance and operating characteristics of four turbine‐powered VTOL aircraft designs which lie between the helicopter and the direct‐lift jet airplane in the VTOL aircraft spectrum. The example aircraft have a range of disc loadings from 10 to 160 lbs/sq ft, and are designed to be capable of hovering out of ground effect at 5000 ft altitude and 95°F air temperature. Both fixed‐wing and tilt‐wing VTOL types are included.

Document Type: Research Article

Affiliations: Bell Helicopter Corporation, Fort Worth, Texas

Publication date: 01 April 1958

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