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Ariel

Sud-Ouest · France · Early Jet (1946–1969)

Ariel — Fixed Wing
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The Sud-Ouest Ariel is a French two-seat light helicopter designed and built by Sud-Ouest. The helicopter rotors were driven by compressed-air jets at the end of each blade.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Civil
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country
France
Manufacturer
Sud-Ouest
Service Entry
1947
Engine
Mathis G8 piston engine driving a compressor
Thrust / Power
164 hp (220 kW)
Length (ft)
23
Empty Weight (lb)
1598
MTOW (lb)
2380
Range (mi)
186
Max Speed (mph)
105