Aerotécnica AC-14
The pilot sat in front of 2 side-by-side passenger seats. Anti-torque control was provided through a gas ejection outlet at the end of the tail boom with deflectors that could control the direction of thrust.
Source: ”Helicopters & Autogyros of the World”, Paul Lambermont with Anthony Pirie, Second edition 1970, Cassell & Company Ltd, SBN 304 93390 2
Overview
Data on design, manufacture and statusDesign authority: Aerotécnica
Primary manufacturer: Aerotécnica
Parent type: No type defined
Aircraft status: No longer flying
Configuration
Primary flight and mechanical characteristicsVTOL type: Helicopter
Lift configuration: Single main rotor
Dedicated control device: Thruster
Crew required: 1
Crew seating: Other
Landing gear: Skids
Layout and Dimensions
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Weights and Performance
Data on aircraft weight and flight characteristics| Weights | ||
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| Max Gross Weight (ground): | 1,200 kg | 2,646 lb |
| Max Gross Weight (airborne): | ||
| Max Take-off Weight: | 1,200 kg | 2,646 lb |
| Empty Weight: | 620 kg | 1,367 lb |
| Useful Load: | 580 kg | 1,279 lb |
| Empty Weight Fraction: | 0.517 | |
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Engine Details
Aircraft powerplant (lift and/or propulsion)Provided powerplant data is for uninstalled, sea level, static operations.
| Powerplant | ||
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| Number of engines: | 1 | |
| Designation: | Turbomeca Artouste II turbine | |
| Manufacturer: | Turbomeca | |
| Normal Ratings | ||
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| Take-off / rated: | 269 kW | 360 hp |
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Primary Lift Device
Data on primary lift devices such as main rotors| Main Rotor Characteristics | ||
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| Direction of Rotation: | Unknown | |
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Primary Control Device
Data on primary control devices such as tail rotors| Tail Rotor Characteristics | ||
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| Diameter: | ||
| Configuration: | Unknown | |
| Direction of Rotation: | Unknown | |
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| Tail Rotor Blade Characteristics | ||
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| Blade Construction: | N/A | |
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