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BQM-126

Beechcraft · UAV · United States · Cold War (1970–1991)

BQM-126 — UAV
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The Beechcraft BQM-126A, also known by the company designation Model 997, is a subsonic aerial target drone developed by Beechcraft for use by the United States Navy. No production of the type was undertaken.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
UAV
Domain
Defence
Era
Cold War (1970–1991)
Country
United States
Manufacturer
Beechcraft
Operator
United States Navy
Status
Retired
Service Entry
1984
Engine
1× turbojet
Thrust / Power
900 lbf
Length (ft)
18
Wingspan (ft)
10
Empty Weight (lb)
540
MTOW (lb)
1400
Service Ceiling (ft)
40000
Max Speed (mph)
667