LTV XC-142

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:military_aircraft
gptkbp:aircraft_configuration canard configuration
detailed specifications available.
gptkbp:aircraft_operated 1970s
yes
advanced aerodynamics
medium-sized aircraft
limited operational success
influenced future VTOL designs
complex systems integration
experimental VTOL aircraft
gptkbp:aircraft_trials numerous flight trials
gptkbp:aircraft_type gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:armament gptkb:none
gptkbp:challenges stability in hover
gptkbp:cockpit tandem cockpit
gptkbp:control_surfaces elevons
gptkbp:control_system fly-by-wire
gptkbp:crew 2
gptkbp:design LTV engineers
gptkbp:design_feature tilting wings
gptkbp:design_purpose gptkb:military_logistics
gptkbp:development 1960s
gptkbp:development_cost high
gptkbp:engine_type turbofan
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:Fort_Worth,_Texas
gptkb:1964
military evaluation
gptkbp:flight_style VTOL and STOL
unique VTOL capabilities
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 1,500 lb
gptkbp:historical_significance early VTOL development
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label LTV XC-142
gptkbp:inspiration military needs for vertical lift
gptkbp:is_tested_for VTOL testing
gptkbp:landing_gear tricycle gear
gptkbp:length 15.24 m
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:LTV_Aerospace
gptkbp:max_speed 400 knots
gptkbp:notable_pilots LTV test pilots
gptkbp:number_built gptkb:5
gptkbp:operational_use gptkb:none
gptkbp:project XC-142
gptkbp:project_cancellation 1970s
gptkbp:propulsion turbofan engines
gptkbp:range 1,000 miles
gptkbp:related_aircraft LTV XC-142 A
gptkbp:role gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:service_ceiling 25,000 ft
gptkbp:status retired
gptkbp:weight 6,000 lb
gptkbp:wingspan 14.63 m
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Ling-Temco-Vought
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6