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Miles M39B "Libellula"

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The M.39B Libellula (from Libellulidae, a taxonomic family of dragonflies) was a Second World War tandem wing experimental aircraft built by Miles Aircraft, designed to give the pilot the best view possible for landing on aircraft carriers. A scale version of the M.39 design was proposed by Miles to meet Air Ministry specification B.11/41 for a fast bomber.[1] The M.39B was used by Miles to generate data from which the M.39 design was improved, but the M.39 project was cancelled and the B.39B broken up.

She flies nicely, but be prepared for an interesting takeoff... Also VTOL slider can be used to trim the nose up and down and for spoilers for takeoff and landing.

Enjoy!

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 31.6ft (9.6m)
  • Length 20.1ft (6.1m)
  • Height 11.2ft (3.4m)
  • Empty Weight 4,349lbs (1,972kg)
  • Loaded Weight 5,315lbs (2,410kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.319
  • Wing Loading 22.5lbs/ft2 (109.9kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 236.2ft2 (21.9m2)
  • Drag Points 4210

Parts

  • Number of Parts 89
  • Control Surfaces 15
  • Performance Cost 432