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Interesting facts about the Nord Aviation 2501 Noratlas
✈ The Nord 2501 Noratlas is a French built twin engine military transport aircraft developed after the Second World War to restore France’s independent airlift capability.
✈ It features a distinctive twin boom layout with a central cargo pod and rear clamshell doors, allowing vehicles, pallets and paratroopers to load directly from the rear.
✈ The standard military configuration accommodated up to 45 troops, 36 paratroopers or stretcher patients with medical staff depending on mission fit.
✈ Early production aircraft used SNECMA built Bristol Hercules radial piston engines, giving the Noratlas strong short field performance for rough strip operations.
✈ The type served extensively with the French Air Force and also equipped the German Air Force, Portuguese Air Force and several other operators during the Cold War.
✈ Some civil examples operated with UTA, Air Algérie and other carriers, proving the design could adapt to cargo and passenger roles outside purely military service.
✈ The aircraft supported paratroop training, cargo lift, medical evacuation and special mission roles, making it one of France’s most important post war transports.
✈ Its rugged structure and high mounted wing allowed operations from semi prepared airfields, a key factor for buyers considering historic military transports for specialised operations or restoration projects.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a Nord Aviation 2501 Noratlas
The Nord Aviation 2501 Noratlas family includes the N2501 production military transport, the N2501A civil transport version and the German built Nord 2501D which incorporated locally sourced systems for the German Air Force. Later developments such as the Nord 2502 introduced auxiliary Turbomeca Marboré turbojets to improve take off performance in hot and high conditions. The Nord 2503 and 2508 explored higher powered Pratt and Whitney R 2800 engines, although production numbers were limited. For buyers, differences between 2501, 2502 and later conversions often relate to engine configuration, auxiliary jet assistance and mission equipment, which directly affect performance, maintenance complexity and parts support considerations.
Nord Aviation 2501 Noratlas 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: 21.96 m (72 ft 1 in)
Wingspan: 32.50 m (106 ft 8 in)
Height: 6.00 m (19 ft 8 in)
Empty Weight: 13,075 kg (28,825 lb)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 20,603 kg (45,422 lb)
Fuel Capacity: 5,090 L (1,344 US gal)
Cruise Speed: 324 km/h (201 mph, 175 kn)
Range: 2,500 km (1,600 mi, 1,300 nm)
Service Ceiling: 7,500 m (24,600 ft)
Rate of Climb: 6.25 m/s (1,230 ft/min)
Take-off Run to 15 m (49 ft): 660 m (2,170 ft)
Landing Run from 15 m (49 ft): 790 m (2,590 ft)
FAQs About the Nord Aviation 2501 Noratlas
How much does a Nord Aviation 2501 Noratlas cost?
As of the early 2020s, airworthy Nord 2501 Noratlas aircraft rarely appeared on the open market. When examples were advertised between 2018 and 2023, asking prices for flyable historic military transports of similar class typically ranged from approximately $800,000 to $1,500,000 USD depending on condition, engines and restoration status.
How many crew members does the Nord 2501 Noratlas require?
The standard flight crew consisted of five, typically two pilots, a navigator, a radio operator and a flight engineer, reflecting its Cold War era military transport design.
What engines power the Nord 2501 Noratlas?
The production Nord 2501 used two SNECMA built Bristol Hercules 739 radial piston engines, each delivering over 2,000 horsepower, driving four bladed propellers.
What roles was the Nord 2501 Noratlas designed for?
The aircraft was designed primarily as a tactical military transport for troop carriage, paratroop operations, cargo transport and medical evacuation.
Is the Nord 2501 Noratlas suitable for civil cargo operations today?
While originally military, some aircraft operated in civil cargo roles. Modern buyers must consider certification status, maintenance support for radial engines and compliance with current aviation regulations before planning commercial use.
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