Pitcairn PA-36
Developed in 1938, the PA-36 has an all metal fuselage and rear engine. The front wheels are steerable.
Overview
Data on design, manufacture and statusDesign authority: Pitcairn Autogiro Company
Primary manufacturer: Pitcairn Autogiro Company
Parent type: No type defined
Aircraft status: No longer flying
Configuration
Primary flight and mechanical characteristicsVTOL type: Gyroplane
Compound type: N/A compounded with 1 propulsors
Lift devices: 1 Single main rotor
Dedicated control device: 1 Rudder
Crew required: 1 in Side-by-side arrangement
Landing gear: Wheels (non-retractable)
Key Characteristics
Data on key physical featuresAircraft Details
Data on aircraft configuration, weights, flight performance and equipmentReferences
References and sources used
Helicopters & Autogyros of the World
Paul Lambermont, Anthony Pirie
Cassell & Company Ltd., 1959 (page 362)
Book
Cassell & Company Ltd., 1959 (page 362)
Book
The History of the Autogiro (Autogiro Data Sheet)
George Townson
AHS Newsletter, 1961, March 1961 (page 13)
Periodical
AHS Newsletter, 1961, March 1961 (page 13)
Periodical
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