NU-1B Otter

Mission

USN -- Trains prospective test pilots in low speed aircraft handling characteristics.

Description

The NU-1B Otter, a military version of the de Havilland DHC-3, is a single engine, tail dragger aircraft used to demonstrate fixed wing Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) flying qualities and performance. An all-metal, high-wing monoplane, the Otter is powered by a single P&W R-1340 radial engine driving a constant speed propeller. The aircraft can be operated by one or two pilots and accommodates up to 10 passengers. Dual rudder pedals and dual control wheels allow the aircraft to be flown from either the left or right flight compartment seat. The Otter is used to train test pilots in low speed aircraft handling and flight characteristics.

Specifications

Primary Function: Trainer and Utility.
Date Deployed: 1952.
Propulsion: (1) 600hp Pratt & Whitney R-1340-S1H1-G.
Length: 41 feet, 10 inches.
Wingspan: 58 feet.
Height: 12 feet, 5 inches.
Weight: Max. gross, take-off: 8,000 lbs.
Airspeed: 153 miles per hour.
Ceiling: 18,000 feet.
Range: Max. 875 miles with 2,100-lb. payload and reserves.
Crew: One.
Prime Contractor:  de Havilland Canada

Program Status

Production Phase: Operational
Inventory: 1

U-6A Beaver

Mission

USN -- Trains prospective test pilots in low speed aircraft handling characteristics; also utilized as a tow aircraft for the X-26 Frigate sailplane.

Description

The U-6A Beaver, a military version of the de Havilland DHC-2, is a single engine, tail dragger aircraft used to demonstrate fixed wing Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) flying qualities and performance.  An all-metal, high-wing monoplane, the Beaver is powered by a single Wasp Junior radial engine driving a constant speed propeller. The aircraft can be operated by one or two pilots and accommodates up to two passengers. Dual rudder pedals and dual control wheels allow the aircraft to be flown from either the left or right flight compartment seat. The Beaver is primarily used to train test pilots in low speed aircraft handling and flight characteristics.  A secondary mission for the Beaver is as a tow aircraft for the X-26A Frigate.

Specifications

Primary Function: Trainer and Utility.
Date Deployed: 1952.
Propulsion: (1) Pratt & Whitney 450 hp R985 Wasp Junior SB-3 reciprocating radial engine.
Length: 30 feet, 4 inches (9.24 meters).
Wingspan: 48 feet (14.64 meters).
Height: 10 feet, 5 inches.
Weight: Max. gross, take-off: 5,100 lbs.
Airspeed: 163 miles per hour.
Ceiling: 18,000 to 20,000 feet.
Range: Max. 455 miles.
Crew: 2 pilots and 5 crew.
Prime Contractor:  de Havilland Canada

Program Status

Production Phase: Operational
Inventory: 2