Javelin - jet

Javelin-jet
Looking vaguely like the late lamented BD-10, another civilian jet is about to enter the general aviation marketplace — at least, for the well-heeled pilot.
Aviation Technology Group, Inc., a Denver, Colo. company, has announced the tandem-seated Javelin, powered by two 1,200 lb thrust high-bypass turbofan engines. At a projected weight of 4,350 lbs, the aircraft is estimated to fly at speeds up to 425 KIAS (Mach 0.92) and climb out in excess of 13,800 fpm with a projected maximum IFR range of 1,500 nm, the company said.

"The Javelin's speed, power, and performance are coupled to remarkable operating economics which compare favorably to single-engine turboprops," a spokesman said. Anticipated price of the Javelin is to be less than $2 million, less expensive than most entry-level business jets, but with a smaller total occupancy, of course.

According to a release from ATG, the pressurized cockpit of the Javelin is designed for crew comfort during high altitude long-range flight. It is to be equipped with state-of-the-art glass avionics, color weather radar, traffic avoidance (TCAS) and terrain avoidance (TAWS) systems.

The design of the aircraft is a hybrid, incorporating both aluminum and composite construction. Composites are planned for aircraft's wings, vertical stabilizers, horizontal stabilizer and dual aft-body strakes, while the fuselage will be aluminum.

"We feel there is a solid market for a jet of this type," George E. Bye, ATG, Inc. president. "With a significant number of business executives flying themselves, and fractional ownership on the rise, many will want the 'sports car' jet transportation option."

A former USAF pilot who also holds an ATP rating, Bye said he believes that many will seek out the new jet because of its fighter-like styling and exceptional performance.

"With high speed, maneuverability and unprecedented performance, coupled with the economy, safety and comfort of a light business jet, the Javelin has no equal in general aviation,." Bye said.

Wind tunnel testing is scheduled this fall to validate aircraft aerodynamics. Construction of a full-scale engineering mockup will follow. The aircraft will be certified under FAR Part 23, which the company expects to complete in 2003.

For more information about the Javelin see the Aviation Technology Group, Inc. web site at avtechgroup.com



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Я читал о подобной штуке года 4 назад в AWST. Деталей не помню. Вроде движок один был. Может это BD-10 и был, или есть еще подобные проекты? До сих пор нет такой машины в серии? И какие цены ожидаются?

Ага, цену уже посмотрел на http://www.avtechgroup.com: 1.88 миллионов баксов

[Редактировалось Alexei Rosich (08-11-2000 в 23:05).]

После того как Путин прокатился на Сушке, мы здесь прикалывались по поводу идеи - "даешь бизнесплан на основе истребителя!". Похоже, сама идея не нова и имеет шансы. Этот Джавели - эдакий Феррари среди бизнеспланов.

См. картинки на yez.al.ru/galery.htm Там есть Су-32Ф