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Shenyang JJ-1

Shenyang JJ-1

The Shenyang JJ-1, also known as the Hong Zhuan-503 or Red Special, was a jet trainer developed in the People's Republic of China (PRC) during the 1950s. It was the first jet aircraft designed in China, with Xu Shunshou as the chief designer. Two prototypes flew, but further development was abandoned.

Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.

Country of origin
People's Republic of China
First flight
1958-07-26

Specifications

Max speed
450 kt
Range
717 nm
Service ceiling
26,000 ft
Max takeoff weight
10,146 lb
Powerplant
1 × SADO PF-1A centrifugal compressor turbojet
Engines
1
Seats
2
Length
34 ft
Wingspan
37 ft
Height
13 ft
Number built
3

Specifications are approximate and may vary by variant. Compiled from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

Reference and training only. Specifications vary by variant — consult the manufacturer and the official documents.