Kellett XR-8
For a video of the XR-8 in flight see below,
Source: "Kellett XR-8, 1945", VFS YouTube channel, Published Mar 04, 2012
Overview
Data on design, manufacture and statusDesign authority: Kellett Aircraft Corporation
Primary manufacturer: Kellett Aircraft Corporation
Parent type: No type defined
Aircraft status: No longer flying
Configuration
Primary flight and mechanical characteristicsVTOL type: Helicopter
Lift devices: 2 in Synchropter configuration
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
Kellett XR-8 Helicopter
FLIGHT staff
FLIGHT, July 12 1948, July 12, 1948 (page 35)
Periodical
Detailed description of the aircraft
FLIGHT, July 12 1948, July 12, 1948 (page 35)
Periodical
Detailed description of the aircraft
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