Rochester Avionic Archives

Phoenix UAV Model

Phoenix UAV Model - Photo 1
Catalogue NumberC1517
Sub-categories
LocationRack RAA16 (Plan Chests Room) [Mezzanine Store]
Object TypeModel
DivisionNot Applicable
Platform
Manufacturer
Part NoNone
Serial NoNone
Dimensions
Width (mm):690
Height (mm):200
Depth (mm):460
Weight (g):1985
Inscription(s)ZJ102 ARMY
NotesThis is a model of a Phoenix UAV (Drone) on a stand. The overall height including the stand is 470mm. Interestingly the Registration Number ZJ102 does not seem to be listed for a Phoenix and belonged to a BAe Hawk Mk.65A of the RSAF.

The RAA contains a number of models of equipment and aircraft. The equipment models were used as a marketing aid and often to ensure that the production unit will fit in the space; this was particularly true for Head Up Displays. Such equipment models will have minimal or no functionality. Models might  just be used as weighted units or as cockpit lighting evaluation units. The HUD used on the YF-16 was of the correct weight and envelope but only mounted the Spin 'chute button (a feature only required for the early test flights). Many of these models were made by professional model makers from the original drawings and could be quite expensive; alternatively the real hardware would be used.

The aircraft models range from the simple small scale kits to quite large display items. The large model aircraft were often a marketing tool from places like Airbus or Boeing but may be found in Boardrooms or Reception areas wheras the small models may be given as a visitor handout. Those models made from kits have largely been brought in from home but are useful to illustrate the platform alongside the equipment. The large models will be hugely expensive.

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