Bell H-13J

Attribution

Attribution

First US Presidential helicopter. An example of this aircraft is in the National Air and Space Museum (Udvar-Hazy Center).

Overview

Data on design, manufacture and status

Design authority: Bell Aircraft Corporation

Primary manufacturer: Bell Aircraft Corporation

Parent type: No type defined

Aircraft status: No longer flying

Configuration

Primary flight and mechanical characteristics

VTOL type: Helicopter

Lift configuration: Single main rotor

Dedicated control device: Tail rotor

Crew required: 1

Crew seating: Side-by-side

Landing gear: Skids

Overall Dimensions

Data on aircraft size

Engine Details

Aircraft powerplant (lift and/or propulsion)

Total number of engines: 1

Engine designation: Lycoming VO-435-A1B reciprocating

Engine manufacturer: Lycoming Engines

Take-off / rated power: 164 kW (220 hp)

Weights and Performance

Data on aircraft weight and flight characteristics

Max Gross Weight (ground): 1293 kg (2851 lb)

Max Gross Weight (airborne): 1293 kg (2851 lb)

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