DynamoRyland DR-976 (Pacifica)

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DR-976
Aerial view of jet aircraft, carrying ordnance, overflying mountains
An EAF DR-976D flying over the Ardaede Range
Role Multirole fighter, air superiority fighter
National origin Esfalsa
Manufacturer DynamoRyland
First flight 28 March 1973; 51 years ago (1973-03-28)
Introduction 12 June 1976; 47 years ago (1976-06-12)
Status In service
Primary user Esfalsan Air Force
Produced 1973–present

The DynamoRyland DR-976 is a single-engine multirole fighter aircraft originally developed by DynamoRyland for the Esfalsan Air Force.

Specifications (DR-976D)

General characteristics

  • Crew: 2
  • Length: 54 ft 2 in (16.51 m)
  • Wingspan: 34 ft 3 in (10.44 m)
  • Height: 17 ft 3 in (5.26 m)
  • Wing area: 646 sq ft (60.0 m2)
  • Empty weight: 22,000 lb (9,979 kg)
  • Gross weight: 48,000 lb (21,772 kg)

Performance

  • Maximum speed: Mach 2.05
  • Range: 2,480 nmi (2,850 mi, 4,590 km)
  • Service ceiling: 50,000 ft (15,000 m)
  • Rate of climb: 62,000 ft/min (310 m/s)

Armament