
Арава 202 | |
|---|---|
| Країні | Ізраїль |
| Роль | Легкий транспортний літак STOL |
| Перший політ | 27 листопада 1969 4 |
| Побудований | 103 |
Літак Арава 202 — комунальний транспортний літак короткого зльоту та посадки (STOL), розроблений та виготовлений компанією Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI).
Джерело: Arava 202 у Вікі
| Arava 202 Walk Around | |
|---|---|
| Фотографів | Ісаак Гершман |
| Локалізацією | Незнай |
| Фото | 51 |
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General Characteristics
The IAI Arava is a twin-engine, high-wing, short takeoff and landing (STOL) utility transport aircraft, and was Israel Aircraft Industries’ (IAI) first major indigenous aircraft design to enter production. The Arava 202 is an improved version, featuring a slightly longer fuselage and distinctive Whitcomb winglets for better aerodynamic efficiency.
| Property | Typical Value (IAI-201/202 Variant) |
|---|---|
| Роль | STOL Utility / Military Transport |
| Виробник | Israel Aircraft Industries (IAI) |
| First Flight (Arava Series) | November 27, 1969 |
| команда | 2 pilots |
| Capacity (Troops) | 24 fully equipped troops or 16 paratroopers |
| Розмах крил | 20.96 m (68 ft 9 in) |
| Довжина | 13.03 m (42 ft 9 in) (202 is slightly longer than 201) |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 6,804 kg (15,000 lb) |
| Units Built (Total) | ~103 (Production ended 1988) |
Design and Powerplant
- Engines: Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-34 turboprop engines (or PT6A-36 on the 202 prototype).
- Power Output: 559 kW (750 shp) each.
- Fuselage Design: Features a unique, short, barrel-like fuselage with a high wing and twin tail booms extending from the engine nacelles.
- Loading Access: The entire rear section of the fuselage is hinged and swings open to the side, allowing for easy and rapid loading/unloading of bulky cargo or vehicles.
- Landing Gear: Fixed tricycle landing gear, chosen to save weight and complexity, ideal for rough-field operations.
- 202 Specifics: The IAI-202 variant featured a longer fuselage, modified wings, and distinctive Whitcomb winglets at the wingtips for reduced drag.
Performance and Capability
- Max Cruise Speed: 319 km/h (176 knots, 198 mph) at 3,050 m (10,000 ft).
- Maximum Range: Approximately 1,056 km (570 nautical miles) with max fuel.
- Payload Capacity: 2,351 kg (5,184 lb) of cargo.
- STOL Takeoff Distance: Approximately 463 m (1,520 ft) to clear a 50 ft obstacle.
- Service Ceiling: 7,620 m (25,000 ft).
- Military Roles: Besides transport, military Aravas could be fitted with side-firing machine guns and rocket pods for counter-insurgency/gunship roles.
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