A small, agile VTOL ideally suited for carrier landing. It uses a 1/2 power VTOL so it isn't overpowered, which also means it cannot lift straight up for take off. Instead, adjust VTOL slider halfway up so nozzles are pointed 45 degrees to the rear, then apply maximum thrust. After take off retract landing gear. When lining up for the carrier landing adjust VTOL back to neutral position so the nozzles point straight down. As the name implies, the Puddle Jumper can also land in water which is useful if you miss the carrier and just need another chance.
Specifications
General Characteristics
- Created On iOS
- Wingspan 22.3ft (6.8m)
- Length 14.8ft (4.5m)
- Height 8.1ft (2.5m)
- Empty Weight 4,795lbs (2,175kg)
- Loaded Weight 5,909lbs (2,680kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 2.281
- Wing Loading 44.8lbs/ft2 (218.8kg/m2)
- Wing Area 131.9ft2 (12.3m2)
- Drag Points 1592
Parts
- Number of Parts 52
- Control Surfaces 5
- Performance Cost 313
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3,705 TuffnutIt goes very unstable at some points, but it's still cool. It literally is the puddle jumper, because I tried to land in the water and it just kept hopping in and out of the water.8.8 years ago
