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SD-3 Snooper

Republic Aviation · Reconnaissance · United States · Early Jet (1946–1969)

SD-3 Snooper — Reconnaissance
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The Republic SD-3 Snooper was an early reconnaissance drone developed by Republic Aviation for the United States Army. It was evaluated by the Army Signal Corps in 1959, but did not enter operational service.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Reconnaissance
Domain
Defence
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country
United States
Manufacturer
Republic Aviation
Operator
United States Army
Service Entry
1959
Produced
50
Engine
1× horizontally opposed piston engine
Thrust / Power
100 hp
Length (ft)
15
Wingspan (ft)
11
MTOW (lb)
1000
Endurance (hr)
30 minutes
Service Ceiling (ft)
20000
Range (mi)
100
Max Speed (mph)
300