NAMC YS-11NT
Nihon Aircraft Manufacturing Corporation · Japan · first flew 1965 · transport aircraft
The YS-11NT is a navigator training variant of the NAMC YS-11 turboprop, fitted with multiple navigation stations to train JASDF aircrew navigators.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 2 × turboprop, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 26.3 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Navigator training variant of the YS-11
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Externally very similar to the standard passenger YS-11; may be distinguished by additional antennae associated with training navigation systems.
Specifications
- The NAMC YS-11NT has a length of 26.3 m (86 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 32 m (105 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 469 km/h (291 mph).
- Typical crew: 3.
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History
Recognising that its tactical transport and maritime aircraft needed trained navigators, the JASDF adapted the YS-11 with additional navigation consoles and equipment to conduct systematic navigator qualification training.
Variants
The NT (Navigator Trainer) is one of the most straightforward of the JASDF YS-11 variants, requiring mainly interior modifications rather than major electronic additions.
Where you'll see it
Operated by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force for aircrew training; based at training wings within Japan.
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