CNNA HL-6

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|type=Civil trainer aircraft

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The CNNA HL-6 was a civil trainer aircraft developed in Brazil in 1943.

Development

The HL-6 was a low-wing cantilever monoplane of conventional configuration. It employed a fixed tailskid undercarriage. The student and instructor sat in tandem, in open cockpits.{{cite book |last= Taylor |first= Michael J. H. |title=Jane's Encyclopedia of Aviation |year=1989 |publisher=Studio Editions |location=London |pages=256 }}

Variants

  • HL-6 - prototype. One built
  • HL-6A - similar to prototype but with more powerful engine. Five units were constructed in 1943.
  • HL-6B Cauré - Similar to HL-6A but with more powerful engine {{convert|216|kW|abbr=on}} Lycoming O-290C, and optional enclosed cabin. 39 units were constructed in 1944.

Specifications (HL-6B Cauré trainer)

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References

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Further reading

  • {{cite book |last= Bertazzo |first= Roberto Portella |title=A Crise da Industria Aeronáutica Brasiliera 1945-1968 |year=2003 |pages=10–11 }}