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The MF1-17 (Mushshak
- The Proficient) is a light-weight, robust, two/three seats, single engine,
predominantly all metal aircraft with tricycle landing gear. It is developed to
meet US FAR 23 certification in categories normal, utility and aerobatic. It
can operate from any short un-prepared strip and is completely independent of
any kind of ground equipment.
Engine
Type = Textron Lycoming AEIO-360 A1B6
Power = 200 HP (at 2700 RPM at standard sea level conditions)
Cylinder = 04
Propeller
A Hartzell two-blade constant speed metal propeller is installed on the engine
TBO
Time between overhaul (TBO) for engine and propeller is 2000 hours.
Cockpit
Spacious side by side cockpit giving
contact between the pilot and the co-pilot / observer or between the student
and the instructor for effective " watch me" instruction.
Adjustable seats fitted with straps incorporating lockable inertia reels
Typical avionic equipment configuration includes UHF/VHF radio, GPS, VOR,
Transponder, ADF etc.
Third crew member can be accommodated in the rear cabin
Training Role
Mushshak meets the requirement of a modern primary training syllabus and is an
ideal basic trainer. Aircraft is ideal for: -
Basic Flight Training
Instrument flying
Aerobatics, stalls and spins
Night flying
Navigation flying
Formation flying
Army Co-operation Missions
Besides primary flying training, the Mushshak is also suited for a wide range
of army co-operation missions including: -
Forward air control
Forward area support with droppable supply containers
Reconnaissance
Artillery Fire Observation
Camouflage inspection
Border patrol
Liaison
Target flying and target towing for training of ground units
Fuel system
Based on two integral fuel tanks holding a total of 48 US gallons
Bendix RSA type fuel injection system
Houses engine driven fuel pump for normal operation
Electric fuel pump for emergency conditions
Flight Control System
Efficient dual flight controls including conventional stick type control
columns and adjustable rudder pedals. Primary control surfaces are operated
through a direct mechanical linkage.
Design Criteria
The basic design philosophy behind Mushshak offers an aircraft with: -
Flexibility, covering both Army Co-operation and primary flying training
Excellent forward and downward visibility supplemented by a good rearward
visibility
Good ground clearance even with bulky under wing stores and high crosswind
capability for operation from narrow strips and roads
Upto 300 Kg/660 lbs external load carrying capability (including pylons).
Heavy duty landing gear
Large baggage compartment in the rear part of the cabin easily accessible
through a door on the port side of the fuselage. This space can also
accommodate a third crew member
Good handling characteristics
Good short/rough field performance
Fully aerobatic capability, maximum limit load factor +6/-3 in Aerobatics
category
Ease of maintenance and repair even in combat conditions.
8300 hrs structure life
Low radar signature
Optional Equipment
The following optional equipment can also be made available on request: -
a. Blind flying screen. There is a provision for installation and removal of
blind screen for instrument flying.
b. Sun Blinds. Canopy perspex as well as rear cabin perspex can be provided
with adjustable sunblind.
c. Third Seat. Aircraft incorporate fitting for the installation of third seat
in the rear portion of the cabin.
d. Electric Trim. Reliable and effective elevator and rudder electrical cum
manual trim can be installed easily.
e. Air Condition. One of the most effective and reliable Enviro R-134
environmental friendly airconditioning system can be installed.
Users
The users of Mushshak are Pak Army, Pakistan Air Force, Iran, Oman, Syria,
Norway, Sweden, and Denmark.
Technical Data
MAIN DATA
o Length7 m/23 ft
o Height2.60 m/8 ft 6 ½ in
o Span8.85 m/29 ft
o Wheel Track2.2 m/7 ft 2 ½ in
o Wheel base1.6 m/5 ft 3 in
WING
o Wing Area11.9 m²/128 sq ft
o Sweep Forward5°
o Airfoil Thickness10%
o Dihedral1.5°
o Mounting angle of incidence+2.8° nose up Wing chord to fuselage datum
Horizontal Tail
o Span2.80 m/9 ft 2 in
o Area2.10 m²/22.6 sq ft
o Sweep0°
o Airfoil Thickness12%
o Dihedral0°
Vertical Tail
o Height1.32 m/4 ft 4 in
o Area1.52 m²/16.3 sq ft
o Airfoil Thickness12%
o Sweep, Leading Edge36°
o Sweep, Trailing Edge8°
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