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  • A scale model of the Sikorsky-Boeing SB>1 DEFIANT™ undergoes testing at the AEDC National Full-Scale Aerodynamics Complex at Moffett Field in Mountain View, California. The goal of the wind tunnel test was to validate the aerodynamic performance and flight mechanics of Sikorsky’s X2 Technology™ aircraft. These configurations, which are being utilized on the SB>1 DEFIANT™, include a lift-offset coaxial rotor system, composite fuselage and rear-mounted pusher propulsor that provides increased speed. (Courtesy photo)

    NFAC tests SB>1 DEFIANT military helicopter

    A scale model of the Sikorsky-Boeing SB>1 DEFIANT undergoes testing at the AEDC National Full-Scale Aerodynamics Complex at Moffett Field in Mountain View, California. The goal of the wind tunnel test was to validate the aerodynamic performance and flight mechanics of Sikorsky’s X2 Technology aircraft. These configurations, which are being utilized on the SB>1 DEFIANT, include a lift-offset coaxial rotor system, composite fuselage and rear-mounted pusher propulsor that provides increased speed. (Courtesy photo)
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    NFAC tests SB>1 DEFIANT military helicopter

    • Published Nov. 19, 2019
    • By Bradley Hicks
    • AEDC/PA
    ARNOLD AIR FORCE BASE, Tenn. --  
    National Full-scale Aerodynamics Complex NFAC Sikorsky-Boeing Sikorsky X2 Technology DEFIANT

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