Bell V-280 Valor

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:light_aircraft
gptkbp:air_traffic_control advanced avionics
Automatic flight control system
Troop transport and logistics
gptkbp:aircraft_configuration Aerodynamic efficiency
Tiltrotor with wings
tiltrotor
Advanced rotor system
Tiltrotor with advanced systems
gptkbp:aircraft_mission_profile Combat and support missions
gptkbp:aircraft_operated Stealth technology
Advanced avionics
Utility aircraft
medium-lift
Integrated mission systems
88 feet 6 inches
Enhanced maneuverability
enhanced compared to predecessors
military rotorcraft
14,000 lb empty
Joint venture with Lockheed Martin
Multi-role versatility
Next-generation rotorcraft technology
gptkbp:aircraft_performance_metrics Speed and payload capacity
gptkbp:aircraft_type multirole aircraft
Military rotorcraft
gptkbp:armament None (configurable)
gptkbp:cargo_capacity 10,000 lb
gptkbp:combat_radius 500 nautical miles
gptkbp:configuration gptkb:convertible
gptkbp:control_system Digital fly-by-wire
gptkbp:country_of_origin gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:crew gptkb:4
gptkbp:cruise_speed 250 knots
gptkbp:customer_support gptkb:United_States_Army
gptkbp:design Tiltrotor
completed
multiple prototypes
Bell and Lockheed Martin
Bell Helicopter and Lockheed Martin
gptkbp:design_advantage vertical lift capability
gptkbp:design_feature fly-by-wire control system
gptkbp:design_features High speed and agility
Fly-by-wire controls
gptkbp:design_philosophy modular design
gptkbp:design_purpose Speed and range improvement
speed and range improvement over existing helicopters
gptkbp:development gptkb:Lockheed_Martin
2013 to 2020
2013 to 2022
gptkbp:development_cost $1 billion
$1.3 billion
gptkbp:diameter 11.6 m
gptkbp:elevation 25,000 ft
gptkbp:engine_type T64-GE-419
gptkbp:first_flight Ongoing
ongoing
December 18, 2017
Flight testing phase
gptkbp:flight_style expanded compared to traditional helicopters
gptkbp:folding_rotor_blades gptkb:Yes
gptkbp:future_prospects significant in military aviation.
gptkbp:has_ability multi-mission
Vertical takeoff and landing
gptkbp:has_programs Joint Multi-Role Technology Demonstrator
gptkbp:height 6.5 m
22 feet 6 inches
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Bell V-280 Valor
gptkbp:inspiration gptkb:V-22_Osprey
gptkbp:is_tested_for planned for 2023
gptkbp:key_concept adaptive rotor system
gptkbp:key_feature speed and agility
gptkbp:length 24.5 m
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Bell_Helicopter
gptkbp:market_segment gptkb:military_aircraft
gptkbp:max_speed 300 knots
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight 30,000 pounds
30,000 lb
gptkbp:military_branch gptkb:United_States_Army
gptkbp:military_outcome ongoing
gptkbp:notable_pilots gptkb:Bell_test_pilots
gptkbp:operational_range 1,000 nautical miles
800 nautical miles
gptkbp:operational_use high
gptkbp:participating_nations high
gptkbp:passenger_capacity gptkb:14
gptkbp:payload_capacity 10,000 pounds
gptkbp:primary_mission gptkb:military_logistics
logistics support
medical evacuation
gptkbp:primary_user gptkb:United_States_Army
gptkbp:project gptkb:prototype
gptkbp:propulsion Two engines
two Honeywell HTS900 turboshaft engines
gptkbp:range 2,000 miles
2,100 nautical miles
gptkbp:release_date October 2016
gptkbp:role gptkb:transport_aircraft
gptkb:Future_Vertical_Lift_program
Military transport
replacement for UH-60 Black Hawk
gptkbp:safety_features Redundant systems
redundant systems
gptkbp:service_entry gptkb:2022
gptkbp:target_market future vertical lift programs
gptkbp:upgrades possible
Potential armament integration
gptkbp:vertical_takeoff_and_landing gptkb:true
gptkbp:wingspan 20.1 m
84 feet 6 inches
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Bell_Helicopter
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4