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Technical data of the Zeppelin NT 07
Zeppelin LZ N07 – an airship with new technology
| Maiden flight: | September 18, 1997 | |
| Engines: | Lycoming IO-360 with 147 kW/197 hp each | |
| Length: | 75 m (246 ft) | |
| Max. width: | 19.5 m (64 ft) | |
| Height: | 17.4 m (57 ft) |
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| Envelope volume: | 8,425 m³ (297,526 cu ft) |
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| Max. take-off weight: | 8,040 kg (17,725 lbs) | |
| Payload: | 1.900 kg (4,188 lbs) |
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| Max. speed: | 125 km/h (78 mph) |
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| Max. flight altitude: | 2,600 m (8,530 ft) |
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| Max. endurance: | ca. 24h | |
| Range: | 900 km (486 NM) |
Structure
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The very stable primary structure is a lightweight with a weight of approx. 1,000 kg (approx. 2,200 lbs). It consists of carbon-fibre trusses in a triangular arrangement and three aluminum longerons that are tightly wound by aramid ropes. All main components, such as the gondola, tail unit and the propulsions, are mounted on this rigid structure. Thus, even in case of pressure loss, an optimal maneuverability is guaranteed. |
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Envelope
Non-flammable helium provides the required lift within the envelope that is made of high-strength multilayer laminate. The envelope has a slight superpressure of 5 mbar. Air bags inside the envelope, the so-called ballonets, keep the internal pressure constant in each flight situation and ensure highest safety.
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Swiveling propellers
Three propellers with a swivel angle of up to 120 degrees and a lateral fan, which is driven by the rear engine, enable best maneuverability and an unrivaled, smooth and economical flight. The capabilities of a vertical take-off, a precise landing, hovering on one spot and a backward flight provide unique flight characteristics enabled by the swiveling propellers.
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Propulsion systems
Thanks to the inlying primary structure, the engines are mounted on both sides and at the rear, where they can operate efficiently. The in-flight comfort in the cabin is not disturbed by any noise of the propellers or vibrations. Propulsion is achieved by three strong and well-proven 197-hp aircraft engines.
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Cockpit and cabin
The cockpit is a clearly structured high-tech workplace equipped with latest avionics. "Fly-by-wire" control systems with a sidestick enable precise maneuvers and relieve the pilots. A mission display is available as an option. The cabin can accommodate 2 pilots and up to 12 passengers. An adjustable cabin permits a quick conversion for different missions. A 360° panorama picture of the cockpits may be found here.
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Take-off and landing
The take-off and landing procedures, which are optimized by the swiveling propellers, require a ground crew of only 3 members under normal weather conditions. Advantages: lower employment costs and shorter "turn around" times. The nose is decoupled from the mast truck when taking off. When landing, the airship is self-maneuvering with the propeller thrust into the desired position. In order to moor the Zeppelin, the nose line is attached to the mooring mast line and the Zeppelin is pulled towards the mast.
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