From the vault, slightly updated. note that it is pitch sensitive with mushy pitch authority
The Northrop XP-79, USAAF project number MX-365, was rocket and jet-powered flying wing fighter aircraft, designed by Northrop. The pilot operated the aircraft in a prone position, permitting him to withstand much greater g-forces in pitch. It also used a welded magnesium monocoque structure instead of riveted aluminum.
Specifications
General Characteristics
- Created On Windows
- Wingspan 35.3ft (10.8m)
- Length 12.3ft (3.8m)
- Height 9.8ft (3.0m)
- Empty Weight 7,902lbs (3,584kg)
- Loaded Weight 9,579lbs (4,345kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 0.703
- Wing Loading 27.1lbs/ft2 (132.2kg/m2)
- Wing Area 353.9ft2 (32.9m2)
- Drag Points 5771
Parts
- Number of Parts 62
- Control Surfaces 8
- Performance Cost 319
