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Thrust wing experiment

71.3k MintLynx  6.3 years ago
17 downloads

Prototype build based on the concept of the Focke-Wulf Triebflügel. Using a rotating wings with jets on the ends of them for propulsion. Nothing amazing on the looks department, but flies quite well! Likely going to try and expand upon the concept for a future build.

Start in the air, as there is no landing gear

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 39.1ft (11.9m)
  • Length 16.4ft (5.0m)
  • Height 10.4ft (3.2m)
  • Empty Weight 4,040lbs (1,832kg)
  • Loaded Weight 4,705lbs (2,134kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 2.865
  • Wing Loading 26.9lbs/ft2 (131.3kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 174.9ft2 (16.3m2)
  • Drag Points 649

Parts

  • Number of Parts 19
  • Control Surfaces 6
  • Performance Cost 107