Lockheed Aequare
Lockheed Missiles and Space Company · United States · first flew 1975 · reconnaissance aircraft
The Lockheed Aequare was an unmanned aerial vehicle developed by the Lockheed Missiles and Space Company for the United States Air Force.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, fuselage-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 2.26 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | No tailplane |
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Spot it by:
- Unmanned reconnaissance drone with no crew
- High-wing, tailless layout
- Single pusher engine
A tiny drone with a folding 7 ft 6 in wing and a single pusher 12.5 hp McCulloch engine.
Specifications
- The Lockheed Aequare has a length of 2.26 m (7 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 2.29 m (8 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 185 km/h (115 mph).
- Typical crew: 0.
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History
It was intended for launch from an F-4 Phantom II and would carry a remote sensor array and laser designator for the launching aircraft. It first flew in 1975, and between 15 and 20 were built, with Windecker Industries as the builder.
Variants
There were no variants: the Aequare was a single drone design.
Where you'll see it
The system was evaluated in the mid 1970s but did not enter operational service.
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