PJ-II Dreamer
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| PJ-II Dreamer | |
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| Role | Kit aircraft |
| National origin | United States/Russia |
| Manufacturer | Aeroconcept, LLC |
| Designer | Ben Kolotilin |
| First flight | March 17, 2015 |
| Status | Flying prototype |
The PJ-II Dreamer is a two-seat, mid-wing monoplane.[1] Propelled by ducted fans, the aircraft features a tandem seat layout with dual controls, a retractable landing gear, and a composite construction.[2]
Details
[edit]The Dreamer aircraft uses a special type of propulsion system called a dual ducted fan. This system gives it similar handling to a jet engine but is cheaper and less complicated to operate. Unlike propeller-driven planes, it doesn't have torque or P-factor issues, which are forces that can make the aircraft harder to control.
The aircraft is powered by a single General Motors LS6 5.7-liter V8 engine, which is liquid-cooled and produces 388 horsepower. There's also an option for a more powerful 450 horsepower engine.
The Dreamer can reach a top speed of 218 mph and has a cruising speed of 187 mph. It can handle forces up to +4.4 g and as low as -2.2 g which allows the aircraft to perform some aerobatic maneuvers.
See also
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References
[edit]Sources
[edit]- Piloot en Vliegtuig - Editie 08-2016 augustus 2016. Article "Opvallend: de Russische Sky World PJ-11 Dreamer, net een F-15 maar dan in zakenuitvoering."
- Replica fighters magazine - December 2022. Article "PJ II Dreamer An update from Ben Kolotilin"
- Replica fighters magazine - July 2016. Article "Enter jet age. The Russians are coming"
External links
[edit]- Official website
- Video review - Aero-TV: Walter Mitty's Near-Jet - The PJ-II Dreamer Ducted Fan