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Vertol VZ-2

Early Jet (1946–1969)

Vertol VZ-2 — Fixed Wing
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The Vertol VZ-2 is a research aircraft built in the United States in 1957 to investigate the tiltwing approach to vertical take-off and landing.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Dual-Use
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Engine
Avco Lycoming YT53-L-1 turboshaft
Thrust / Power
700 hp (522 kW)
Length (ft)
26
Wingspan (ft)
24
Empty Weight (lb)
3700
Service Ceiling (ft)
13800
Range (mi)
130
Max Speed (mph)
210