Northrop YA-9
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The Northrop YA-9 is a close air support prototype built by Northrop in the USA. It first flew in 1972, but it never entered regular service. A tough, slow-flying jet that carries lots of weapons and stays low over the battlefield.
- Top speed837 km/h (520 mph)
- Range4,800 km (2,983 miles)
- First flight1972
- Wingspan17.4 m (57 ft)
Northrop YA-9 specs
| Top speed | 837 km/h (520 mph) |
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| Range | 4,800 km (2,983 miles)Not clearly published. This is a rough estimate. |
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| Length | 16.3 m (53 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 17.4 m (57 ft) |
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| Height | 5.4 m (18 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 19 t (41,799 lb) |
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| Crew and capacity | 1 pilot |
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| Engines | 2 × Lycoming YF102 turbofan |
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| First flight | 1972 |
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| Entered service | Never entered regular service |
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| Built by | Northrop (USA) |
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Northrop YA-9 facts
- It lost the Air Force contest for a tough ground-attack jet to the YA-10, which became the A-10.
- It could carry about 7 tonnes of weapons on ten pylons under its wings, plus a 20 mm cannon.
Quick quiz
When did the Northrop YA-9 first fly?
In 1972.
Who built the Northrop YA-9?
Northrop, in the USA.
How fast can the Northrop YA-9 fly?
Its top speed is 837 km/h (520 mph).
How far can the Northrop YA-9 fly?
About 4,800 km (2,983 miles).
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