The Grumman X-29 was an American experimental aircraft that tested a forward-swept wing, canard control surfaces, and other novel aircraft technologies. The X-29 was developed by Grumman, and the two built were flown by NASA and the United States Air Force. The aerodynamic instability of the X-29's airframe required the use of computerized fly-by-wire control. Composite materials were used to control the aeroelastic divergent twisting experienced by forward-swept wings, and to reduce weight. The aircraft first flew in 1984, and two X-29s were flight tested through 1991. (Wikipedia)
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Specifications
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General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 31.7ft (9.7m)
- Length 41.8ft (12.7m)
- Height 13.4ft (4.1m)
- Empty Weight N/A
- Loaded Weight 3,782lbs (1,715kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 17.822
- Wing Loading 14.5lbs/ft2 (70.6kg/m2)
- Wing Area 261.7ft2 (24.3m2)
- Drag Points 2933
Parts
- Number of Parts 74
- Control Surfaces 5
- Performance Cost 550
