Meteor T.T.20WD.767 Handling and Performance Tests Towing a Dart Target

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Abstract:

Performance and handling tests were made on the Meteor T.T.20WD.767 aircraft towing a Mk.3 Dart target and showed that the aircraft could be considered suitable for service use in this role subject to the limitations and recommendations given in this report. The target launch and winch installation were assessed and operating techniques are described. Recommendations are made for improving certain items for service use.

Author(s):
Gregory, J.
Author Organization(s):
AEROPLANE AND ARMAMENT EXPERIMENTAL ESTABLISHMENT BOSCOMBE DOWN (UNITED KINGDOM)
Descriptive Note:
Rept. no. 3
Pagination:
0022

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RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
AAEE/817/6/T-PT-3
Monitor Series:
AAEE
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_6.1.1_Wired Transmission; JCA_4.7.2_Installation Services; JCA_4.7_Base and Installations Support; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance
Communities of Interest:
Air Platforms
Descriptor(s):
*TOWED BODIES, JET FIGHTERS, RELEASE MECHANISMS, UNITED KINGDOM, HANDLING, LAUNCHING, AERIAL TARGETS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Military Aircraft Operations, Fire Control and Bombing Systems
Keyword(s):
*TOWING PLANES, TESTS, METEOR AIRCRAFT, FOREIGN REPORTS
Report Date:
1963 Jun 18