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Interesting facts about the Fairey Gannet
✈ The Fairey Gannet is a carrier based anti submarine warfare aircraft developed in the late 1940s for the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm.
✈ It uses the Armstrong Siddeley Double Mamba turboprop, which combines two engines driving a single set of contra rotating propellers through a common gearbox.
✈ The Double Mamba allowed one engine to be shut down in cruise, extending endurance during maritime patrol missions.
✈ The standard anti submarine configuration carries a crew of three, with the pilot in the cockpit and two observers in a separate rear compartment.
✈ Its distinctive folding wing design enabled compact storage aboard aircraft carriers.
✈ The Gannet served not only with the Royal Navy but also with the Royal Australian Navy, German Navy and Indonesian Naval Aviation.
✈ An airborne early warning version replaced the rear fuselage with a large ventral radome, creating one of the most recognisable AEW aircraft of its era.
✈ Surviving examples today are rare and often appear in museums or specialist warbird collections, making ownership highly exclusive.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a Fairey Gannet
The Fairey Gannet was produced in several clearly defined variants that matter to buyers. The AS.1 was the initial production anti submarine warfare version, followed by the improved AS.4 with systems updates. The T.2 and T.5 were dual control trainer versions derived from the AS.1 and AS.4 respectively. The COD.4 provided carrier onboard delivery capability with a transport focused interior. The ECM.6 specialised in electronic countermeasures, while the AEW.3 introduced a dedicated airborne early warning configuration with a ventral radar radome. Each variant differs in mission equipment, internal layout and operational history, so collectors and operators must assess configuration carefully when evaluating a Fairey Gannet for sale.
Fairey Gannet Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. This information should not be used for flight planning or other aircraft operations. Aircraft model variations, custom specifications, modifications, upgrades and age will have a considerable impact on the details listed below. Please check with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority for the precise aircraft specifications.
Length: 13.11 m (43 ft 0 in)
Wingspan: 16.56 m (54 ft 4 in)
Height: 4.19 m (13 ft 9 in)
Empty Weight: 6,835 kg (15,069 lb)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 8,890 kg (19,600 lb)
Powerplant: 1 × Armstrong Siddeley Double Mamba coupled turboprop driving contra rotating propellers
Maximum Speed: 500 km/h (310 mph, 270 kn)
Endurance: 5 to 6 hours
Service Ceiling: 7,600 m (25,000 ft)
FAQs About the Fairey Gannet
What role was the Fairey Gannet designed for?
The Fairey Gannet was designed as a carrier based anti submarine warfare aircraft for the Royal Navy, with later variants adapted for airborne early warning, training, electronic countermeasures and carrier onboard delivery.
How many crew does a Fairey Gannet have?
The standard anti submarine warfare versions such as the AS.1 and AS.4 operate with a crew of three, consisting of a pilot and two observers housed in the rear fuselage compartment.
What engine does the Fairey Gannet use?
The aircraft uses the Armstrong Siddeley Double Mamba turboprop, a unique twin power unit installation that drives contra rotating propellers through a common gearbox.
Was the Fairey Gannet used outside the United Kingdom?
Yes, the aircraft served with the Royal Australian Navy, the German Navy and Indonesian Naval Aviation in addition to its extensive Royal Navy service.
Is the Fairey Gannet still flying today?
A small number of examples survive in museums and private collections, and only a very limited number have been restored to flying condition, making airworthy aircraft extremely rare.
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