Micronautix Triton

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Triton
Two normal size passengers fit in tandem seating in the two outer cabins. One passenger sits behind the pilot in the center cabin.
Role Light aircraft
National origin United States
Manufacturer Micronautix
Status In development

The Micronautix Triton is an American 3-5 passenger sightseeing and flight experience aircraft.

Design and development[edit]

The Triton is a single engine pusher aircraft with three fuselage sections joined by a mid-wing and a Double-V shaped tailplane. Amphibian and electric hybrid variants are planned.[1] A ballistic parachute will be integrated into the design.[2] Under development by Micronautix, a division of Bob Smith Industries, Inc.

A turbofan powered Triton could lead to an amphibious version.
The Triton has an unusual double-V tail.
Future hybrid versions of the Rolls-Royce turboprop will give 20 minutes of near silent flight over viewing areas.
The Triton is a flight experience aircraft that will link passengers to the magic of flying.

Specifications (Triton)[edit]

Data from AOPA

General characteristics

  • Crew: 1
  • Capacity: 4-6
  • Length: 35 ft (11 m)
  • Wingspan: 42 ft (13 m)
  • Height: 11.75 ft (3.58 m)
  • Wing area: 196 sq ft (18.2 m2)
  • Airfoil: NACA 63-415
  • Empty weight: 2,855 lb (1,295 kg)
  • Gross weight: 4,305 lb (1,953 kg)
  • Powerplant: 1 × Rolls-Royce M250-B17F/2 turboprop, 450 hp (340 kW)

Performance

  • Cruise speed: 155 kn (178 mph, 287 km/h)
  • Stall speed: 60 kn (69 mph, 110 km/h)
  • Range: 820 nmi (940 mi, 1,520 km)

See also[edit]

Aircraft Masterpiece http://luxebeatmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Triton.pdfJetGala Magazine https://web.archive.org/web/20141107233317/http://www.jetgala.com/downloads/PDF-Jetgala-Magazine-Issue-21.pdfhttp://www.bsi-inc.com/triton.html

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Micronautix unveils Triton single-engined turboprop concept". Retrieved 6 November 2014.
  2. ^ "California Startup Unveils Aircraft Made for Panoramic Views". Retrieved 6 November 2014.