N1350X - 1965 FAIREY GANNET

1965

FAIREY

GANNET

N1350X

XL482

Used

39030.0

FAIREY GANNET For Sale This Fairey Gannet A.E.W.3 carrier-based, counter rotating propeller aircraft was built by Fairey Aviation in the late 1950's and was in active duty until 1979. In 1982 the aircraft was completely refurbished according to the Royal Navy's military standards and flown to the United States. It is one of two known flyable Gannets in the world today. This aircraft is particularly interesting not only for its counter rotating propellers but for the unique capability of the aircraft to operate each propeller row independently. The Bristol Siddley Double Mamba power plant consists of two gas turbines placed side by side, each driving one of two coaxial counter rotating propellers. The engines are entirely independent, each having its own fuel, lubrication and control system. The starboard engine drives the front propeller, and a common auxiliary gearbox is driven by either engine or both. This enables the pilot to stop one of the engines and feather its propeller in flight. This was originally designed into the aircraft to reduce fuel consumption and increase surveillance flight time. CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FAIREY GANNET ENGINES Bristol Siddley Double Mamba 3700 SHP turbine engines. The engines are entirely independent, each having it's own fuel, lubrication, and control system. Once the aircraft is airborne, it is usually flown on one engine. The starboard engine drives the front propeller. The engines are of multifuel design, and operate on a variety of available fuels. DIMENSIONS Height: 16 feet 9 inches Length: 43 feet 11 inches Span: 54 feet 7 inches. PERFORMANCE Maximum speed - clean: 280 Knots With drop tanks and starter pod: 240 Knots Flight with landing gear down: 160 Knots THE FAIREY GANNET Registered in the U.S. PRICE $55,000 Special 20% off for 501-C3 Museums To express your interest in purchasing this aircraft, please contact ED KALETA, Owner of KAL AERO SERVICE, INC. located in Bonita, California. TELEPHONE: 619-468-3759 FAX: 619-468-3579 Fairey Gannet A.E.W.3 carrier-based, counter rotating prop a/c was built by Fairey Aviation in the late '50's & was in active duty until 1979

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