GAF Jindivik pilotless target aircraft

GAF Jindivik pilotless target aircraft Statistics
Type Pilotless high performance target drone, remotely controlled
Manufacturer Government Aircraft Factories, Melbourne, Vic
Ordered June 1948
Number purchased 358
First Delivered 11 December 1953
Last Delivered 25 May 1966
Weight 2,900 (empty)
3,650 (loaded)
Dimensions
  • Wing Span: 26 ft 6 in
  • Length: 24 ft 4 in
  • Height: 8 ft 6 in on launching trolley
Crew Pilotless
Engine One 2,500 lb thrust Bristol Siddeley Viper 201 turbojet
Performance
  • Ceiling: 60,000 ft
  • Speed: 490 kts
  • Range: 540 nautical miles
Armament
  • Nil
Operated by RAN Jervis Bay Range Facility

Jindivik being fuelled Jindivik in flight

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