Aircraft Drops of Parachute, XH-20E Assembled on Fin Stabilized Mine, Mk. 36.
Abstract
This test was conducted to determine the flight characteristics and the maximum launching speeds the Parachute, XH-20E, assembled on fin stabilized Mines, Mk. 36, could withstand. Three drops withstood true launching speeds of 375, 353, and 400 knots. Each mine had excellent flight characteristics. Two drops failed to withstand the opening load when launched at true airspeeds of 404, and 396 knots. The cover lid of the parachute pack remains with the parachute a sufficient time to enable it to clear the launching aircraft when attached by a 4-1/2 foot line to the apex of the parachute canopy.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 25, 1950
- Accession Number
- AD0896222
Entities
People
- E. B. Hall