CN-235 Indonesian Transport Aircraft
CN-235
Twin-Engine Utility Aircraft
Other
Basic Information
Name
CN-235 Indonesian Transport Aircraft
Designation
CN-235
Alternate Designation
—
Equipment Type
Twin-Engine Utility Aircraft
Manufacturer
Construcciones Aeronáuticas SA IPTN
Date of Introduction
1988
Description
The CASA/IPTN CN-235 is a medium-range twin-engined transport aircraft that was jointly developed by Construcciones Aeronáuticas SA (CASA) of Spain and Indonesian manufacturer IPTN, as a regional airliner and military transport. Its primary military roles include maritime patrol, surveillance, and air transport. Its largest user is Turkey, which has 59 aircraft. The project was a joint venture between Construcciones Aeronáuticas SA (CASA) and Indonesian Aerospace (PT. Dirgantara Indonesia), formerly known as IPTN, which formed Airtech International to manage the programme. The partnership applied only to the Series 10 and Series 100/110, with later versions being developed independently. Over 230 of all versions of CN-235 are in service and have accumulated more than 500,000 flight hours.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Crew
2
Engine
Turboprop (1305 hp)
Cruise Speed
450.0 km/h
Service Ceiling
7620 m
Variants
CN-235-10
Initial production version (15 built by each company), with GE CT7-7A engines.
CN-235-100/110
Generally as series 10, but with GE CT7-9C engines in new composites nacelles; replaced Series 10 in 1988 from 31st production aircraft. Series 100 is Spanish-built, series 110 Indonesian-built, with improved electrical, warning and environmental systems.
CN-235-200/220
Improved version. Structural reinforcements to cater for higher operating weights, aerodynamic improvements to wing leading-edges and rudder, reduced field length requirements and much-increased range with maximum payload. Series 200 is Spanish-built, Series 220 Indonesian-built. Series 220 still in production.
CN-235-300
CASA Modification of 200/220 series, with the Honeywell International Corp. avionics suite. Other features include improved pressurization and provision for optional twin-nosewheel installation.
CN-235-330 Phoenix
Modification of Series 200/220, offered by IPTN with new Honeywell avionics, ARL-2002 EW system and 16.800 kg/37.037 lb MTOW, to Royal Australian Air Force to meet Project Air 5190 tactical airlift requirement, but was forced by financial constraints to withdraw in 1998.
CN-235 MPA
Maritime patrol version with 6 hardpoints to carry AM-39 Exocet-Missiles or Mk.46-Torpedoes.
HC-144 Ocean Sentry
United States Coast Guard designation for a planned twenty-two aircraft fleet bought to replace the small HU-25 Guardian business-style jets. As of 2019, eighteen had been delivered.
AC-235
A light gunship modified with integrated weapons pylons to carry AGM-114 Hellfire missiles and 70MM rockets, has a side-mounted 30mm cannon, and a Synthetic aperture radar. The collaborative effort was made by King Abdullah II Design and Development Bureau of Jordan, and the U.S. Defense company Orbital ATK
System
Alternate Designation(s)
CN-235
Type
Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer
Construcciones Aeronáuticas SA
IPTN
Crew
2
Cargo Capacity
51 passengers, 35 paratroops, 18 stretchers or four HCU-6/E pallets including one on the ramp and 6,000 kg.
Number of Engines
2
Number of Hard Points
INA
Dimensions
Length
21.40 m
Width (Wing Span)
25.81 m
Wing Area
59.10 m2
Height
8.18 m
Empty Weight
9,800 kg
Maximum Takeoff Weight
16,100 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
2 × General Electric CT7-9C3
Engine Type
Turboprop
Engine Power
1,305 kW (1,750 hp) each (take-off)
Cruise Speed
450 km/h
Stall Speed
156 km/h
Range
4,355 km
Service Ceiling
7,620 m
Rate of Climb
7.8 m/s
Protection
Stealth Properties
None
Heat Signature Reduction
No
Add on Armor
INA
NBC Protection
INA
EW Counter Measures
No
Chaffs/Flares
INA
Details
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Category
Fixed Wing Aircraft
Air > Fixed Wing Aircraft
Filter Label
C
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
21.4 m
Width
25.81 m
Height
8.18 m
Weight
16100 kg
Operators (27)
United States
France
South Korea
Turkey
Pakistan
Spain
Azerbaijan
Brunei
Burkina Faso
Cameroon
Chile
Colombia
Ecuador
Gabon
Indonesia
Ireland
Jordan
Madagascar
Malaysia
Mexico
Morocco
Nepal
Papua New Guinea
Saudi Arabia
Senegal
Thailand
United Arab Emirates
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