NAMC YS-11T-A
Nihon Aircraft Manufacturing Corporation · Japan · first flew 1965 · transport aircraft
The YS-11T-A is a transport crew training variant of the NAMC YS-11, configured for multi-crew training with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.
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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- Aircrew training variant of the YS-11
- Twin Rolls-Royce Dart turboprops
- JASDF multi-crew transport trainer
Externally similar to the passenger YS-11 variants; the training role may be indicated by dual controls visible through the windscreen but is otherwise visually identical.
Specifications
- The NAMC YS-11T-A 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
The JASDF employed the YS-11T-A to transition pilots and flight engineers from basic training aircraft to the larger turboprop transports in the JASDF inventory, providing a capable and reliable platform for conversion training.
Variants
The T-A designation indicates the trainer configuration with dual controls and instructional facilities; it is one of numerous YS-11 sub-variants.
Where you'll see it
Operated by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force at training wings for transport aircrew conversion.
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