Short Skyvan
Summary
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Manufacturer | Short |
| First flight | 17 January 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1963 |
| Number produced | 149 units |
Technical specifications
| Version: Skyvan 3 | |
|---|---|
| Operational range | 1,115 km (693 mi) |
| Maximum speed | 325 km/h (202 mph) |
| Wing area | 35.1 m² (378.0 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 19.8 m (64.9 ft) |
| Height | 4.6 m (15.1 ft) |
| Length | 12.2 m (40.1 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 6,858 m (22,500 ft) |
| Empty weight | 3,331 kg (7,344 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg (12,500 lbs) |
| Climb rate | 8.33 m/s (27.3 ft/s) |
| Powerplant | 2 x turboprops Garrett TPE331-201 delivering 533 kW each |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Guyana | 2 | |
All operators
Description
The Short Skyvan is a military aircraft developed and manufactured by the British company Short Brothers for various mission requirements. It was designed and introduced during the late 1960s with the goal of fulfilling a range of roles, including transport, surveillance, and parachuting. Constructed with a twin-engine turboprop configuration, the aircraft possesses a unique box-like structure that maximizes internal space for carrying cargo or passengers. The Short Skyvan has been deployed by multiple military organizations worldwide to support diverse operations such as airdrops, medical evacuation, aerial observation, and search and rescue missions. Its versatility and adaptable design have made it a reliable platform for military applications.