Vari Viggen

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:Harrier_Jump_Jet
gptkb:Jim_Mc_Donnell
gptkb:Research_Institute
experimental
fly-by-wire
high maneuverability
private funding
aerodynamics research
advanced control systems
canard configuration
variable-sweep wing
1,134 kg
1972-1975
high stability in flight
innovative design principles
experimental VTOL aircraft
canard and tail
gptkbp:cockpit enclosed cockpit
gptkbp:controls fly-by-wire system
gptkbp:date gptkb:1965
gptkbp:design gptkb:V/_STOL
gptkb:Jim_Mc_Donnell
VTOL research
J. A. M. (Jim) Mc Donnell
gptkbp:developer 1960s to 1970s
Vari Viggen Corporation
gptkbp:engine 200 hp
gptkbp:engine_type piston engine
gptkbp:features variable geometry wings
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1972
gptkb:California
2 hours
conducted
1972-06-01
extensive testing conducted.
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 200 L
gptkbp:height 2.74 m
gptkbp:historical_context post-Vietnam War era
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Vari Viggen
gptkbp:influenced_by NASA research
gptkbp:inspiration NASA's VTOL projects
gptkbp:landing_gear tricycle gear
gptkbp:legacy influenced future VTOL designs
gptkbp:length 8.23 m
gptkbp:manufacturer Vari Viggen Corporation
gptkbp:max_speed 240 km/h
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight 1,134 kg
gptkbp:notable_features vertical takeoff and landing
gptkbp:number_built gptkb:musical
gptkbp:operational_area gptkb:none
gptkbp:origin gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:propulsion single engine
gptkbp:range 1,000 km
gptkbp:role research and development
gptkbp:service_ceiling 3,000 m
gptkbp:significance VTOL technology advancement
gptkbp:speed 200 km/h
gptkbp:status retired
gptkbp:surface canard
gptkbp:tail_type T-tail
gptkbp:type gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:wingspan 9.14 m
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Vari_Eze
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6