Ryan Vertifan Concepts
Ryan Aeronautical Company
With the success of the built Ryan XV-5A , Ryan continued to pursue the application of the Vertifan to various types of aircraft (hence, the "Versatile Vertifan"). Ryan touted that "the Ryan Vertifan is unique in that it is the only V/STOL concept which effectively blends the advantage of both the helicopter (the most efficient lift system) and conventional jet aircraft (the highest performance system)." The difference from other fan concepts, Ryan states, is that the propulsion engines are designed for cruise and range, not just for vertical lift. Some of the designs that the folks at Ryan dreamed up can be seen here.
Aircraft Number: 2108
| This design, circa 1964, shows that the Vertifan can be applied to varied aircraft configurations. See picture at top. |
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Aircraft Number: 4016
| Versatile Vertifan concept can give VTOL capability in high performance aircraft. |
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