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Ryan Navion XV-8

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Ryan Navion XV-8

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The Ryan Navion XV-8 is an experimental American STOL aerial utility vehicle that first flew in 1961. Measuring 5.9 meters long across a 10.2-meter wingspan, the single-engine design reaches 105 km/h maximum speed and carries 193 kilometers of range for tactical lift experiments.

Specifications

Role
Experimental STOL aerial utility vehicle
Engines
1
First flight
1961
Length
5.9 m
Wingspan
10.2 m
Max speed
105 km/h
Range
193 km