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AEROSTAR DEFENSE F-17 "sentinal II"

3,226 Richflysplanes  7 months ago

In the early 70s as the cold war raged on, Australia needed a new fighter. Aerostar defense stepped up to the challenge and created the F-17 "Sentinel II" Suited best for Air defense, it was also viable as a longer range fighter with the installation of 2x Drop tanks. Developed from the X-13 "sentinel" it improved upon the single engine, high wing design by adding another engine, and more fuel. Controls: Ag 1-3 Jettison Drop tanks

General Characteristics

  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 34.5ft (10.5m)
  • Length 37.3ft (11.4m)
  • Height 12.0ft (3.7m)
  • Empty Weight 10,000lbs (4,536kg)
  • Loaded Weight 14,119lbs (6,404kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 1.591
  • Wing Loading 60.7lbs/ft2 (296.5kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 232.5ft2 (21.6m2)
  • Drag Points 3240

Parts

  • Number of Parts 69
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 389