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[Spark1645] McDonnell XHJD-1 Whirlaway

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McDonnell XHJH Whirlaway

The McDonnell XHJH Whirlaway was a 1940s American experimental twin-rotor helicopter designed and built by McDonnell Aircraft for the United States Navy. It was the first successful twin-engined, twin rotor helicopter in the world.The Whirlaway was the largest helicopter flown up to that time.

XHJD-1

Original United States Navy designation.

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General Characteristics

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  • Wingspan 71.4ft (21.8m)
  • Length 38.6ft (11.8m)
  • Height 12.0ft (3.7m)
  • Empty Weight N/A
  • Loaded Weight 7,764lbs (3,521kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 28.944
  • Wing Loading N/A
  • Wing Area 0.0ft2 (0.0m2)
  • Drag Points 10659

Parts

  • Number of Parts 211
  • Control Surfaces 0
  • Performance Cost 793