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WK935

Research · United Kingdom · Early Jet (1946–1969)

WK935 — Research
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A heavily modified Gloster Meteor F8 fighter, the "prone position/prone pilot" Meteor, was used by the Royal Air Force in 1954 and 1955 to evaluate the effects of acceleration/inertia-induced forces while flying in a prone position. Along with the Reid and Sigrist R.S.4 "Bobsleigh", the Gloster Meteor was engaged in a proof-of-concept experimental programme that proved in practice that the difficulties in rearward visibility and ejection outweighed the advantages of sustaining higher g effects.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Experimental
Domain
Defence
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country
United Kingdom
Primary Role
Research
Service Entry
1954
Engine
2× centrifugal-flow turbojet engines
Thrust / Power
3500 lbf each
Length (ft)
52
Wingspan (ft)
37
Empty Weight (lb)
10684
MTOW (lb)
15700
Service Ceiling (ft)
43000
Max Speed (mph)
600
Max Speed (Mach)
0.82