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SA-610 Ludion

Sud Aviation Aérospatiale · VTOL research aircraft · France · Early Jet (1946–1969)

SA-610 Ludion — VTOL research aircraft
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The Sud Aviation/Aérospatiale SA-610 Ludion is a compact unorthodox VTOL aircraft designed by the French aircraft manufacturer Sud Aviation and produced by Aérospatiale.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Experimental
Domain
Civil
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country
France
Manufacturer
Sud Aviation Aérospatiale
Co-Manufacturer
Aérospatiale
Primary Role
VTOL research aircraft
Service Entry
1967
Engine
1× isopropyl nitrate (AVPIN) decomposition gas generator with augmentor tubes
Length (ft)
6
Empty Weight (lb)
198
MTOW (lb)
375
Service Ceiling (ft)
2297