NationStates Jolt Archive


New Aircraft for Republic Navy

Brydog
24-12-2005, 16:16
The Republic Navy has created a replacement for the P-3C Orion, The P-3H Super Orion. The aircraft is a updated P‑3C airframe with P‑7A wings and engines and the most modern systems.

P-3H Super Orion
Crew: 6
Ceiling: 28,300 ft.
Max Speed: 475 mph
Max Takeoff Gross Weight: 171,350 lbs
Maximum Payload: 38,385 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 66,350 lbs
Combat range: 2,700 miles (4,400 km)
Ferry range: 5,600 miles (9,000 km)
Maximum Landing Weight: 144,000 lbs
Sonouoy Capacity: 150-300
Wing Span: 106.6 ft
Wing Area: 1438 sq ft
Fuselage Length: 116.8 ft
Height: 34.2 ft
Armament
Bombs: 20,000 lb (9,000 kg)
Missiles: AGM-84 Harpoon, AGM-84E SLAM, AGM-84K SLAM ER AGM-65 Maverick
Other: MK-46 and MK-50 torpedoes, mines, depth charges