布里頓-諾曼BN-2島民飛機

布里頓-諾曼 BN-2 島民(英文:Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander)是英國的輕型通用飛機與支線客機。由英國布里頓-諾曼公司設計製造。目前750架在用。全世界超過30個國家的軍隊或執法機構使用該型號飛機。

Islander
向風群島航空的布里頓-諾曼 BN-2 島民
類型 通用飛機/客機
製造商 布里頓-諾曼
設計者 John Britten, Desmond Norman英語Desmond Norman
首飛 1965年6月13日
狀態 在役
生產年份 1965–現在
製造數量 1,280
單位成本
  • $53,000 (1968)[1]
  • $3M (BN-2T, 2013)[2]
衍生型 Britten-Norman Defender英語Britten-Norman Defender
發展為 Britten-Norman Trislander英語Britten-Norman Trislander
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開發

起源

1953年, Britten-Norman was formed for the purpose of converting and operating agricultural aircraft, amongst other vehicles such as the Cushioncraft hovercraft.[3][4] In 1963, the firm initiated development work upon what would become the Islander, having sensed a demand for a single and inexpensive twin-piston engine aircraft.[5] The founders, John Britten[6] and Desmond Norman, had observed the rapid growth of the commuter airline sector, and concluded that capacity was of a higher value to these operators than either range or cruising speed, thus the Islander emphasized payload over either of these attributes.[4]

Through the use of low wing- and span-loading to generate greater effectiveness than conventional counterparts, the Islander could lift considerably heavier payloads than the typical aircraft in its power, weight or cost classes.[7] To reduce manufacturing costs, both the wings and tail surfaces maintain a constant chord and thickness, while the ribs within the aircraft's wing are all identical; both rivets and external fishplate joints are used for the same purpose.[8] The type was originally intended to use a fabric-and-steel design. A light alloy monocoque approach was adopted instead.[5] The structure is designed to give rise to and experience low levels of stress, and has an infinite fatigue life without testing.[8]

The prototype BN-2 Islander displayed at the 1965 Paris Air Show six days after its maiden flight

On 13 June 1965, the first prototype BN-2 Islander conducted its maiden flight, powered by a pair of Rolls-Royce/Continental IO-360B piston engines; only four days later, the prototype appeared at the Paris Air Show.[5][9] The IO-360B engines were later replaced by more powerful Lycoming O-540-E engines, which were located further outboard on the wings, for superior single-engine climb performance.[5] On 20 August 1966, a second BN-2 prototype performed its first flight. These prototype aircraft, while resembling subsequent production models for the most part, were outfitted with different, less powerful engines.[10] On 24 April 1967, the first production Islander performed its first flight; UK type certification was received in August 1967, US authorities also certified the type in December 1967.[5]

Initial production of the Islander started at the Britten-Norman factory at Bembridge on the Isle of Wight; however, within a few years the company found that it could not produce the aircraft at a sufficient rate to keep up with the customer demand.[3][11] To expand production, a contract was placed with Intreprinderea de Reparatii Material Aeronautic (IRMA) of Romania, initially to assemble kit-form aircraft, which were then sent to the UK for completion. In August 1969, the first Romanian-assembled Islander performed its first flight.[5] IRMA proved successful at economically producing the aircraft, producing roughly 30-40 aircraft per year at times, and eventually became the primary manufacturing site for the Islander.[3][5] In 1977, IRMA received a contract for the production of a further 100 Islanders; from that point on, the firm produced all subsequent Islander aircraft.[5][12] More than 500 of the type were manufactured in Romania.[13]

In 1970, a military version of the Islander, marketed as the Defender, conducted its first flight. Modifications included the addition of underwing hardpoints for armaments/equipment, and the main cabin area being fitted out for light troop transport and support aircraft duties.[5] The Defender capitalised on the aircraft's rugged structure, making it suitable for long-term operations in developing countries. Purchases from police and military customers have typically been for use in surveillance and counter-terrorism operations. The Maritime Defender is another military version of the Islander, intended for search and rescue, coastal patrol and fishery protection.

A Seychellois Stamp with an illustration of a Britten-Norman Islander, 1981

Further development

Despite the relative success of the Islander, Britten-Norman experienced wider financial difficulties during the late 1960s, ultimately resulting in the company entering receivership in October 1971.[5] In August 1972, Britten-Norman was purchased by the Fairey Aviation Group, forming the Fairey Britten-Norman company; shortly thereafter, the majority of manufacturing activity for both the Islander and Trislander was transferred to its Avions Fairey factory in Gosselies, Belgium. Completed aircraft were flown to Bembridge for final customer preparation prior to delivery.[3][14][15]

Inflight BN-2T

Fairey Aviation set about the development of a more powerful model, the Turbo Islander, equipped with a pair of Lycoming LTP101 turboprop engines. However, testing revealed that the LTP101 engines were too powerful for the aircraft; thus, following a period of re-designing, the project evolved into the Turbine Islander (BN-2T), equipped with a pair of Allison 250 turboprop engines instead.[3] However, Fairey itself encountered financial difficulty, resulting in the Fairey Britten-Norman company entering receivership and the firm's acquisition by Oerlikon Buerle of Switzerland, leading to the formation of Pilatus Britten-Norman, at which point some production activity was transferred back to Bembridge.[3][5]

Another development was a turbo-normalizing system with RaJay turbocharger for the -2, -3, -6, -8, and -9 models allowing full power up to 14,000 feet with attendant increase in true airspeed and takeoff and climb performance. Presently Talco in Texas holds the STC.

In 1969, an improved version, the BN-2A Islander, conducted its maiden flight. It incorporated aerodynamic and flight equipment improvements, such as lower-drag engine cowlings and undercarriage, an improved interior, and an expanded rear baggage area with external access.[5] In 1970, to improve hot-and-high performance, more powerful Lycoming O-540-K1-B5 engines were made available, alongside optional tiptanks and an elongated nose to house baggage.[5]

Islander equipped with ducted fans, 1978

In 1977, a single standard BN-2 was re-engined with Dowty Rotol ducted fans. The ducted fan produced less noise than conventional propeller propulsion. Some structural strengthening of the main wing spar at the root was required due to the extra weight.[16] This aircraft was subject to 18 months of flying trials to test the suitability of the ducted fan as a means of reducing aircraft noise; these tests reportedly demonstrated a 20 decibel noise reduction as well as increased thrust and reduced pollution.[5][17]

In 1978, a further improved version, the BN-2B Islander II, was produced as a result of a product improvement program. The BN-2B model involved several changes, including a redesigned cockpit and a reduction in cabin noise levels.[5] In 1980, it was decided to make available turboprop engines for the type, adopting twin Allison 250-B17C engines; when the latter are installed, the aircraft is designated the BN-2T Turbine Islander. The first such BN-2T entered service in 1981.[5]

In February 1999, the acquisition of Romaero, the Romanian manufacturer of the Islander, by Britten-Norman Group was announced.[18][19] By May 2006, a greater sales emphasis was being placed upon the Defender over the Islander.[20] In December 2006, aerospace publication Flight International observed that: "The only civil aircraft that remains in production in the UK is the tiny Britten-Norman Islander".[21] In May 2010, Britten-Norman announced that manufacturing of the Islander would be relocated from Romania to a new site in the UK, due to the rising costs of production in Romania.[22]

Electric Project Fresson

Supported by Britten-Norman, Cranfield Aerospace wants to develop an electric propulsion system for the over 700 Islanders currently operated.[23]

Trislander

In 1968, the original second Islander prototype was re-used for a further development programme, being modified into a stretched aircraft with greater capacity, referred to as the Super Islander. However, the Super Islander programme was aborted without proceeding to certification.[5] The prototype later received further design changes to produce the three-engined version, the BN-2A Mk III Trislander.[3] This aircraft has a stretched fuselage, modified landing gear and a third engine, which is mounted on the tail.[5] On 11 September 1970, the Trislander prototype conducted its maiden flight, appearing at the 1970 Farnborough Air Show the same day.[5]

設計

Cockpit of a BN-2 Islander

The Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander is a high-wing cantilever monoplane with a rectangular fuselage and two wing-mounted engines; early aircraft were equipped with a pair of piston engines while later production models may be alternatively fitted with turboprop engines in their place.[5][10][24] The rectangular cross section fuselage, which is furnished with a conventional tail unit and fixed tricycle landing gear, typically accommodates a single pilot and up to nine passengers in a commuter configuration, each row being accessed by its own door; the cabin can be rapidly reconfigured, allowing for a single aircraft to undertake a diverse range of tasks within a minimal period of time.[10][25] Often referring to the type as "The world's most versatile aircraft",[24] Britten-Norman promotes the Islander's low direct operating costs, minimal maintenance, and its stability in flight as major attributes of the aircraft.[25]

The original Islander was designed with an emphasis upon providing ease of access within the short haul sector to remote locations as a safe, efficient, and profitable transport aircraft.[24] It has been regularly used by such operators, including the frequent use of unprepared rough airstrips and from challenging terrain; the Islander being capable of short takeoff and landing (STOL) operations.[24] The low load height and wide side doors provide for easy access for passenger and cargo operations, while the aircraft's ability to maintain a high takeoff frequency has led to the type's use for parachuting.[24] For operating within noise-sensitive environments, silencers can be equipped on both the aircraft's engine and propellers.[26]

Exit in a parachuting exercise

Designed as a small and inexpensive commuter/utility aircraft, various cabin configurations and equipment loadouts are available to suit a wide variety of different purposes, including charter flights, scheduled flights, agricultural uses, aerial firefighting, air freight VIP/executive transport, aerial surveillance, air ambulance, paradropping, and law enforcement.[5][24] The design programme can be entirely personalized, allowing each customer to be involved in every area of the aircraft's manufacture to mold it to their preferences.[25] Later versions of the Islander offer various options, including enlarged bay doors, 3-bladed scimitar propellers, low drag fairings, modern interior, ergonomic leather seating, in-flight entertainment systems, and alternative seat arrangements; underwing hardpoints can also be installed for carrying pod, spray booms and other external stores.[24][25]

使用歷史

Immediately following commercial availability, US distributor Jonas Aircraft ordered 30 Islanders, and placed orders for another 112 aircraft within a year.[5][8] When equipped with four 54-gallon fuel tanks, the Islander was able to ferry itself across the transatlantic route, via Gander International Airport, Newfoundland, for US deliveries.[5] The Islander's long-range capabilities were highlighted when the type won the 1969 London-Sydney air race.[5]

In 1974, sales of the Islander surpassed the 548-order record for British multi-engine commercial aircraft.[5] In 1982, another production milestone was reached with the delivery of the 1,000th Islander.[5] From the 1980s onwards, sales noticeably declined; according to Britten-Norman Chief Executive William Hynett, this was due to the global market having become saturated by the type and there being only a low civil demand for additional aircraft, in part due to the longevity of in-service Islanders.[20] As of 2016, Britten-Norman claim that the Islander is in daily service with roughly 500 operators in more than 120 countries.[24]

在1976年至2006年之間, 蘇格蘭航空 Loganair 運營了 a number of Islanders as air ambulances, covering areas such as the island communities in the Hebrides.[27] The Islander services Loganair's Westray to Papa Westray flight, the shortest scheduled flight in the world at 1.7 mi(2.7 km); the scheduled flight time including taxiing is two minutes.[28][29][30]

Several commuter airlines and general aviation charter operators in the U.S. also flew the Islander including Stol Air Commuter in scheduled passenger service in northern California from their San Francisco International Airport (SFO) hub and Channel Islands Aviation in southern California which used the aircraft for the flights to Channel Islands National Park.[31][32] Another U.S. commuter airline operator was Wings Airways which operated high frequency shuttle service into the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).[33]

By October 2019, 800 Islanders were in service including around 600 used for short flights.[34]

型號

來源:[35]

BN-2
Prototype first flown in 1966 with two 260 hp Lycoming O-540-E4B5 piston engines.

BN-2A
Production version with minor modification from prototype and increased takeoff weight.
BN-2A-2
A BN-2A with modified flaps, and two 300 hp Lycoming IO-540-K1B5 (fuel injected) engines.
BN-2A-3
A BN-2A-2 with increased wingspan and fitted with extra wingtip fuel tanks.
BN-2A-6
A BN-2A with wing leading edge modifications and two 260 hp Lycoming O-540-E4C5 engine.
BN-2A-7
A BN-2A-6 with increased wingspan and fuel capacity.
BN-2A-8
BN-2A-6 的下垂翼版本。
BN-2A-9
BN-2A-7 的下垂翼版本。
BN-2A-10
A BN-2A-8 with increased takeoff weight and 270 hp Lycoming TIO-540-H1A (turbo-charged, fuel injected) engines.
BN-2A-20
A BN-2A-2 with increased takeoff weight and minor improvements.
BN-2A-21
相比於BN-2A-3,增加了起飛時的載重量。
BN-2A-23
ABN-2A-21 的鼻錐延長版本。
BN-2A-24
BN-2A-26 的鼻錐延長版本。
BN-2A-25
A BN-2A-27 的鼻錐延長版本。
BN-2A-26
相比於BN-2A-8,增加了起飛時的載重量。
BN-2A-27
相比於BN-2A-9,增加了起飛時的載重量。
BN-2A-30
A BN-2A-20 fitted with floats. Twin floats were attached to the undercarriage legs and incorporated retractable landing gear.
BN-2A-41
Turbo Islander with lengthened nose, droop flaps and two Lycoming LTP-101 turboprops, first flown in 1977.
Britten-Norman BN-2B Defender
A Maltese Air Force Islander
Defender military variant with 300 hp IO-540-K1B5 engines and underwing hard points and military modifications.
BN-2B-20
A BN-2A-20 with improved soundproofing and increased landing weight and other minor modifications.
BN-2B-21
A BN-2A-21 with Model B improvements.
BN-2B-26
A BN-2A-26 with Model B improvements.
BN-2B-27
A BN-2A-27 with Model B improvements.
BN-2T
Turbine Islander based on BN-2A-26 with two 320 shp Allison 250-B17C turboprops. Seating for up to 9 passengers.
Islander CC2 of the RAF
Islander AL1
Variant of the BN-2T for communications and reconnaissance duties with the British Army; seven built. Used for aerial reconnaissance and photography in Northern Ireland during Operation Banner by No. 1 Flight, Army Air Corps based at Aldergrove.[36] Redesignated Islander R1 in 2019 after being transferred to the Royal Air Force.[37]
Islander CC2 and CC2A
Variant of the BN-2T for the Royal Air Force; three operated.[38][39][40] These aircraft were retired from the RAF in 2017.[41]
Maritime-Defender
Armed maritime reconnaissance and patrol aircraft.
BN-2A-III Trislander
Three-engined Trislander, a stretched BN-2A with 18 seats and three 260 hp Lycoming O-540-E4C5 piston engines.

用戶

軍用與執法

在用

  伯利茲
  博茨瓦納
  緬甸
  柬埔寨
  中非
  塞浦路斯[45]
  丹麥
  剛果民主共和國
  芬蘭
  岡比亞
  加納
  圭亞那
  印度
  印度尼西亞
  愛爾蘭
  以色列
  牙買加
  約旦
  馬達加斯加
  馬里
  馬拉維
  馬爾他
  毛里塔尼亞
  毛里裘斯
  墨西哥
  尼泊爾
  荷蘭
  阿曼
  巴拿馬
  巴基斯坦
  秘魯
  菲律賓
  卡塔爾
  盧旺達
  塞內加爾
  塞舌爾
  南非
  蘇里南
  泰國
  英國
  阿布扎比 /   阿聯酋
  委內瑞拉
  扎伊爾
  贊比亞
  津巴布韋

以前

  安哥拉
  比利時
  西斯凱
  海地
  香港
  伊拉克
  馬拉維
  菲律賓
  羅德西亞
  羅馬尼亞
  索馬里
  阿布扎比 /   阿聯酋
  • 阿布杜拜國防軍空軍

民用

  安提瓜和巴布達
  澳洲
  巴哈馬
  伯利茲
  巴林
  巴巴多斯
  巴西
  英屬維爾京群島
  加拿大
  智利
  • Archipiélagos Aviación operates the two Islanders in Chile and the former South Pacific Korp aircraft [69]
  • South Pacific Korp
  哥倫比亞
  丹麥
  • Falck Air英語Falck Air- 擁有3架島民:BN-2A-9 (OY-DZV), BN-2A-20 (OY-RPZ),BN-2B-26 (OY-CFV)
  厄瓜多爾
  • Emetebe Airlines Galapagos
  愛沙尼亞
  斐濟
  法國
  德國
  希臘
  圭亞那
  洪都拉斯
  冰島
  愛爾蘭
  以色列
  • Ayit Aviation
  意大利
  • Aertirrena
  牙買加
  日本
  基里巴斯
  馬拉維
  馬來西亞
  毛里裘斯
  墨西哥
  荷屬安地列斯
  新西蘭
  巴拿馬
  • Aero Taxi Intl
  • Air Panama英語Air Panama
  • ANSA
  • AVIATUR
  • Aviones de Panama S.A.
  • PARSA
  • TRANSPASA
  菲律賓
  • Mid-Sea Express
  • Pacificair
  葡萄牙[71]
  波多黎各
  羅馬尼亞
  • Regional Air Services

  聖文森特和格林納丁斯

  聖吉斯納域斯
  薩摩亞
  蘇里南
  臺灣
  英國
  美國

Gem Air LLC- Salmon, Idaho

  瓦努阿圖
  委內瑞拉
  贊比亞

事故

 

技術性能 (BN-2A 島民)

 
前視圖
 
側視圖
 
低展弦比
 
飛行中

參考資料:The Observer's Book of Aircraft, Britten-Norman,[24] Flying[1]

基本信息

  • 機組:1 或 2
  • 容量:最多 9名乘客
  • 展弦比:7.39

性能

  • Takeoff run: 215 m
  • Fuel consumption: 90 l(24 US gal)/h at 133 kn(246 km/h), 80 l(21 US gal)/h at 119 kn(220 km/h).[78]

參見

相關開發

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參考文獻

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