PJ-II Dreamer
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The PJ-II Dreamer is a two-seat, mid-wing monoplane.[https://afterburner.com.pl/can-your-dream-come-true-with-the-pj-ii-dreamer/ Can your dream come true with the PJ-II ´Dreamer´?] Propelled by ducted fans, the aircraft features a tandem seat layout with dual controls, a retractable landing gear, and a composite construction.[https://www.flightlineweekly.com/post/2018/07/10/pj-ii-dreamer-ducted-fan-jet-replica PJ-II "Dreamer- Ducted fan Jet "Replica"]
Details
The Dreamer aircraft uses a special type of propulsion system called a dual ducted fan. This system gives it similar handling to a jet engine but is cheaper and less complicated to operate. Unlike propeller-driven planes, it doesn't have torque or P-factor issues, which are forces that can make the aircraft harder to control.
The aircraft is powered by a single General Motors LS6 5.7-liter V8 engine, which is liquid-cooled and produces 388 horsepower. There's also an option for a more powerful 450 horsepower engine.
The Dreamer can reach a top speed of 218 mph and has a cruising speed of 187 mph. It can handle forces up to +4.4 g and as low as -2.2 g which allows the aircraft to perform some aerobatic maneuvers.
See also
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References
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Sources
- [https://www.pilootenvliegtuig.nl/magazine/piloot-en-vliegtuig-editie-08-2016/ Piloot en Vliegtuig] - Editie 08-2016 augustus 2016. Article "Opvallend: de Russische Sky World PJ-11 Dreamer, net een F-15 maar dan in zakenuitvoering."
- [https://replicafighters.com/ Replica fighters] magazine - December 2022. Article "PJ II Dreamer An update from Ben Kolotilin"
- [https://replicafighters.com/ Replica fighters] magazine - July 2016. Article "Enter jet age. The Russians are coming"
External links
- {{Official website|http://www.dreameravia.com}}
- [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkyUr-3ZtQ8 Video review] - Aero-TV: Walter Mitty's Near-Jet - The PJ-II Dreamer Ducted Fan
Category:Ducted fan-powered aircraft
Category:Aircraft first flown in 2015