Cessna 526 CitationJet
| 526 CitationJet | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Both 526 prototypes in flight | |
| Role | Primary jet trainer |
| National origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 20 December 1993 |
| Number built | 2 |
| Developed from | Cessna CitationJet |
The Cessna 526 CitationJet was a twin-engined jet trainer candidate for the United States Joint Primary Aircraft Training System proposed by Cessna. It was a twin-engined, tandem seat aircraft, based on the Cessna CitationJet executive aircraft. It was, however, unsuccessful, with only two prototypes built.[1]
Design and development
The United States military issued a Request for proposal for a trainer for use by the United States Air Force and United States Navy.[1] Cessna responded with the 526 based on the Cessna 525 CitationJet business jet it included 75% commonality including the wings, engine, landing gear. Also common were the electrical, hydraulic and fuel system. New were a tandem two-seat cockpit with zero-zero ejection seats, new fuselage and tail unit.[1]
The prototype first flew on 20 December 1993 and was followed by a second prototype on 2 March 1994.[1]
The CitationJet did not succeed in the competition which was won by a variant of the Pilatus PC-9 which became the T-6 Texan II.
Specifications
Data from [1]
General characteristics
- Crew: 2
- Length: 40 ft 8 in (14.4 m)
- Wingspan: 37 ft 0 in (11.28 m)
- Empty weight: 4920 lb (2232 kg)
- Gross weight: 7400 lb (3357 kg)
- Powerplant: 2 × Williams-Rolls F129 turbofans, 1500 lbf (6.672 kN) each
Performance
- Maximum speed: 311 mph (500 km/h)
- Range: 1209 miles (1944 km)
- Service ceiling: 35,000 ft (10,668 m)
See also
- Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era
References
Notes
Bibliography
- "Cessna, Williams, FlightSafety team enters JPATS competition". Defence Daily. 25 November 1992.
- Cessna all-out to complete JPATS". Flight International,23–29 June 1993. p.40.
- "Cessna notches up first-flight double". Flight International, 5–11 January 1994, p.5.
- "Joined Forces" Flight International, 29 June-5 July 1994. pp.26—28.
- "JPATS flight tests to start in July".
- Taylor, Michael J. H. (1996). Brassey's World Aircraft & Systems Directory. London, England: Brassey's. ISBN 1-85753-198-1.
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