TURBINE-DRIVEN NU-8F LIAISON TEST BED

Abstract

The development and flight test program of the NU-8F was conducted. A Beech Model U-8F was modified by the installation of two UACL PT6A-6 turbine engines in place of the reciprocating engines, and by replacing the stabilizer and rudder with a Beech Model A80 stabilizer and rudder. Ground and flight tests were conducted using FAA regulations as the standard of acceptability. The report contains a comparison of performance characteristics of the NU-8F and the U-8F. A discussion of each phase of the performance tests along with tables and graphs of the flight test data is presented in some detail. The NU-8F has more useful load, increased speed, and a more simple fuel system than the U-8F. It is suitable for use as a turbine-powered trainer or as a liaison and transportation aircraft.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1966
Accession Number
AD0645216

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Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerodynamic Configurations
  • Aircraft Equipment
  • Aircrafts
  • Airframes
  • Altitude
  • Army Aviation
  • Center Of Gravity
  • Contracts
  • Fuel Systems
  • Level Flight
  • Nose Wheels
  • Performance Tests
  • Sea Level
  • Standards
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Trim Tabs
  • Turbines

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  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Aviation Safety and Air Traffic Management