Super Mushshak -- the Agile -- is a variant upgraded version of Mushshak fitted with a more powerful 260 hp engine, cockpit air-conditioning, electrical instruments, and electric cum manual elevator and rudder trim. The aircraft has been developed to meet FAR part 23 certification in categories normal, utility and aerobatics.
Engine
Type = Textron Lycoming IO-540 V4A5
Power = 260 HP (at 2700 RPM at ISA conditions)
Cylinder = 06
Propeller
The aircraft has been qualified with three and two blade propellers from Mccauley and Hartzell of USA.
TBO
Time between overhaul (TBO) of engine and propeller is 2000 hours.
Cockpit
Spacious side by side cockpit giving good 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 and ADF.
Third crew member can be accommodated in the rear cabin
Training Role
Super 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 Super 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 alternate/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. Advance Avionics. Includes ILS alongwith standard avionics package
Technical Data
Main Data
o Length7.15 m/23.5 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 Area, reference11.9 m²/128 sq ft
o Sweep Forward5°
o Airfoil Thickness10%
o Dihedral1.5°
o Mounting angle of incidence+2.8° nose up
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 Area, reference1.52 m²/16.3 sq ft
o Airfoil Thickness12%
o Sweep, Leading Edge36°
o Sweep, Trailing Edge8°