North American FS-1

The North American FS-1 (Flight Simulator Number 1) Hoverbuggy was a 1965 open framework VTOL research vehicle with two 2200 lb GE YJ85 turbojets for lift, and four engine bleed-air nozzles on outriggers for control.

The craft had made 15 tethered and 185 free flights at altitudes up to 100ft when the program was shut down in 1967.

Engines: two x GE YJ85, 2200 lb
Span: 23’0″
Length: 36’0″
Useful load: 1550 lb
Max speed: 58 mph
Range 10 mi

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