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XCAi-01B

60 CAeronautics  8.1 years ago
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Second version of the first aircraft of the Carreño Interceptor series. Mirage-inspired, Single engine, double intake, mid-delta wing, high speed interceptor and energy fighter. Featuring 2 fuel tanks mounted below the wings. Topspeed: 970 at 13k feet. High climb ability. Average turn rate. Incredible roll rate. Good energy retention. Landing speed: 170-200mph Note: this aircraft still a prototype. Known issues list showed below.KNOWN ISSUES: Too much roll rate: sustained rolls at mid-low speed causes stall spin (Fishbed syndrome) Super nose heavy: Nose will kick down at any speed. Needs pitch trim all the time. CAUTION: STALL SPINS ARE ALMOST IRRECUPERABLE. AVOID AT ALL COST. High G turns at low speeds causes stall spins. Aircraft are unstable at low speeds, avoid all tight maneuvers at low speeds. Engage airbrake causes Nose heavy effect. Careful when engage it

General Characteristics

  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 16.1ft (4.9m)
  • Length 29.0ft (8.8m)
  • Height 11.0ft (3.3m)
  • Empty Weight 6,194lbs (2,809kg)
  • Loaded Weight 13,271lbs (6,019kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 2.539
  • Wing Loading 81.9lbs/ft2 (399.7kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 162.1ft2 (15.1m2)
  • Drag Points 2088

Parts

  • Number of Parts 30
  • Control Surfaces 6
  • Performance Cost 233