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The WASP is an airborne observatory that offers excellent
performance, adaptability, and endurance for its mission.
The capability to fly at high altitude, above obscuring
clouds and atmosphere, provides the WASP sensors a
clear view of mission targets. The WASP has indigenous
sensors and guest sensor (Captive Carry) capability.
WASP is maintained, modified, and operated by L-3 Aeromet.
Dimensions
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(m)
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(ft)
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| Overall length |
55.55
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182.3
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| Wing span |
47.34
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155.3
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| Body width |
5.73
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18.8
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| Wing surface |
329.8
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3,549.9
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| Tail height |
17.7
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58.1
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Weights
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(kg)
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(lb)
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| Plane weight |
111,344
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245,472
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| Maximum payload |
41,189
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90,806
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| Maximum takeoff weight |
195,044
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429,998
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| Maximum landing weight |
164,854
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363,441
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Performances
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(km/h)
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(kts)
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| Cruising speed |
919 (km/h)
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496 (kts)
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| Landing speed |
252 (km/h)
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136 (kts)
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| Ceiling |
12,800 (m)
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39,370 (ft)
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| Takeoff distance |
2,650 (m)
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8,694 (ft)
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| Range |
6,100 (km)
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3,293 (nautical
miles)
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Engines
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| Number |
3
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| Type |
General
Electric CF6-6k
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| Thrust each engine |
174.8 (kN)
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39,300 (lbs)
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