Britten-Norman BN-2 øyboer | |
|---|---|
| Land | Storbritannia |
| Rolle | Bruksfly/passasjerfly |
| Første flytur | 13. juni 1965 |
| Bygget | 1280 |
Den Britten-Norman BN-2 øyboer er et britisk lett nyttefly og regionalt passasjerfly designet og opprinnelig produsert av Britten-Norman i Storbritannia. Islander er fortsatt i produksjon og er en av de mest solgte kommersielle flytypene produsert i Europa. Selv om de ble designet på 1960-tallet, er over 750 fortsatt i drift hos kommersielle operatører over hele verden. Flyet er en lett transport med over 30 militære luftfartsoperatører over hele verden.
| Britten-Norman BN-2A 'Islander' går rundt | |
|---|---|
| Fotograf | Ondrej Skarka |
| Lokalisering | Unknow |
| Bilder | 25 |
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| BN Islander går rundt | |
|---|---|
| Fotograf | Ukjent ukjent |
| Lokalisering | Unknow |
| Bilder | 20 |
General Characteristics and Role
The Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander is one of the most successful and enduring light aircraft designs in British aviation history. Introduced in the 1960s, the BN-2A is the definitive refined production version, designed specifically for high-frequency, short-haul operations from rugged, unprepared airstrips. Its simple, robust construction and high-wing design make it an ideal bush plane for island-hopping and remote regional transport. One of its most unique features is its lack of a center aisle; passengers access their seats via three separate doors on either side of the fuselage. This design maximizes interior space for payload and allows for very rapid boarding and egress.
| Property | Typical Value (BN-2A Islander) |
|---|---|
| Type | Light Utility Transport / Commuter Airliner |
| National Origin | Storbritannia |
| Produsenten | Britten-Norman |
| Entered Service | 1967 (BN-2), 1969 (BN-2A) |
| Mannskapet | 1 or 2 |
| Passenger Capacity | Up to 9 passengers |
| Lengde | 10.86 m (35 ft 8 in) |
| Vingespenn | 14.94 m (49 ft 0 in) |
Powerplant and Performance
- Engines: 2 x Lycoming O-540-E4C5 or IO-540-K1B5 flat-six piston engines. The Islander is also available in a turboprop version (Defender/Turbine Islander).
- Engine Power: 260 hp to 300 hp (195-225 kW) per engine.
- Maximum Speed: Approx. 273 km/h (170 mph).
- Service Ceiling: 4,000 m (13,200 ft).
- STOL Capability: The Islander is famous for its Short Take-Off and Landing performance, requiring as little as 189 meters (620 ft) of ground roll to get airborne.
- Landing Gear: Fixed tricycle landing gear with dual main wheels, designed to handle the high stress of repeated landings on grass, dirt, or gravel tracks.
- Fuselage: Rectangular cross-section designed for maximum cargo volume and easy loading of bulky items.
Service History and Legacy
- Longevity: The Islander has been in continuous production for over 50 years, with more than 1,200 aircraft built and delivered to operators in over 120 countries.
- The Defender: A militarized version known as the BN-2 Defender features underwing hardpoints for sensors, fuel tanks, or light armament, and is used by many small air forces for maritime patrol and counter-insurgency.
- Air Ambulance and Police: Its low operating costs and ability to land almost anywhere have made it a favorite for air ambulance services in remote areas and police surveillance units.
- Loganair Service: The Islander famously serves the shortest scheduled airline flight in the world—the 1.7-mile hop between Westray and Papa Westray in the Orkney Islands, which takes about 90 seconds.
- Trislander: The design was further developed into the three-engined BN-2A Mk III Trislander, featuring a stretched fuselage and an additional engine mounted on the vertical stabilizer.
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