Hughes X-18

GPTKB entity

Statements (62)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:historical_event
gptkb:Hugh_E._Mc_Elroy
gptkb:Bell_X-22
30 minutes
advanced aerodynamics
cutting-edge technology
high performance
technological innovation
advanced avionics
canard configuration
innovative design
5,443 kg
fly-by-wire system
part of aviation history
enduring legacy
significant development
unique specifications
successful trials
influenced future VTOL designs
evolution of VTOL technology
experimental VTOL aircraft
important research
milestones in aviation
notable advancements
valuable contributions
gptkbp:challenges hover stability
gptkbp:controls hydraulic control system
gptkbp:crew 1 pilot
gptkbp:date 1950s
gptkbp:design gptkb:Hughes_Aircraft_Company
gptkbp:elevation 25,000 ft
gptkbp:engine_type gptkb:engine
gptkbp:features tilting wings
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1959
extensive flight testing
expanded flight envelope
pioneering testing
gptkbp:has_authority_over high control authority
gptkbp:height 4.57 m
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Hughes X-18
gptkbp:is_tested_for gptkb:Edwards_Air_Force_Base
vertical takeoff and landing tests
gptkbp:landing_gear tricycle gear
gptkbp:length 14.63 m
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Hughes_Aircraft_Company
gptkbp:max_speed 400 knots
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight 12,000 lb
gptkbp:number_built gptkb:musical
gptkbp:primary_source research and development
gptkbp:project gptkb:Howard_Hughes
gptkbp:propulsion two engines
gptkbp:release_year gptkb:1958
gptkbp:retirement_year gptkb:1960
gptkbp:role gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:safety_features influenced military aircraft
gptkbp:significance early VTOL technology development
gptkbp:surface elevons
gptkbp:wingspan 15.24 m
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Hughes_X-8
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5