working. Keep in mind that memorizing exact figures is not important; they are used in
this text to show the type of comparison that you will make when issuing instructions.
The measurements below are rounded to the nearest inch, and the listed approach
speeds are "average" and can vary.
T-6 Texan II (see Figure 3-3)
Table 3-5 contains the general characteristics/descriptions of a T-6 Texan II.
Figure 3-3 -- T-6 Texan II.
T-6 Texan II
Wing span
33 ft 5 in
Length
33 ft 4 in
Height
10 ft 8 in
Climb rate
3,100 fpm
Ceiling
31,000 ft
Descent rate
2,000 fpm
Category
I
Approach speed
110 kn
Remarks
Manufactured by Beech Aircraft Company. Tandem-seat,
turboprop trainer whose mission is to train Navy and Marine
Corps pilots and Naval Flight Officers.
Table 3-5 -- T-6 Texan II characteristics/description
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