Regional Transport Aircraft (RTA-70) of India : News & Discussions

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Aerodynamics (@Aerodynamic111) Tweeted:
India is working on developing its 90-seater aircraft with NAL being lead in charge of the program, details of the upcoming new Gen Regional Transport Aircraft (RTA 90-NG) were recently shared by the NAL and its road map to develop them. (1/9) ( )
Aerodynamics (@Aerodynamic111) Tweeted:
NAL plans to have a first developmental model of the RTA 90-NG ready by 2025. :
Range with 90 Pax 1500Km
Balanced TO Field Length 1200m
Landing Field Length 1100m
Ceiling 27000 ft Cruise Speed 550kmph
Configuration : 90seat (civil), Cargo,Military Features Acquisition (8/9) ( )

Aerodynamics (@Aerodynamic111) Tweeted:
cost: 20-25 % lower
Operating cost: 20-25% lower
Fuel Consumption : 10-15 % lower
Maintenance cost: 20-25% lower
Take-Off & land from unequipped airfields All-weather operation Emissions lower by 70%
Enhanced safety More cabin and cargo space(9/9) ( )


Posted salient features. Pls check the rest of the thread for other details.
 
Saurav jha in a tweet said no funds have been released for this project since government sees NAL as a failure lab.
 

 
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