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Fairey FD.2 Delta II

Fairey · High-Speed Delta Research / World Air Speed Record · UK · Early Jet (1946–1969)

Fairey FD.2 Delta II — High-Speed Delta Research / World Air Speed Record
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The Fairey Delta 2 or FD2 is a British supersonic research aircraft that was produced by the Fairey Aviation Company in response to a specification from the Ministry of Supply for a specialised aircraft for conducting investigations into flight and control at transonic and supersonic speeds. Features included a delta wing and a drooped nose. On 6 October 1954, the Delta 2 made its maiden flight, flown by Fairey test pilot Peter Twiss; two aircraft would be produced. The Delta 2 was the final aircraft to be produced by Fairey as an independent manufacturer.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Experimental
Domain
Defence
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country
UK
Manufacturer
Fairey
Operator
Ministry of Supply / RAF
Primary Role
High-Speed Delta Research / World Air Speed Record
Status
Retired
Service Entry
1954
Produced
2
Engine
Rolls-Royce Avon RA.14R with only one reheat setting, later replaced with an RA.28 as used for speed record
Thrust / Power
10,000 lbf (44.59 kN)
Length (ft)
51
Wingspan (ft)
26
Empty Weight (lb)
11000
MTOW (lb)
13884
Range (mi)
830
Max Speed (mph)
1300