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RA-5S Vigilante - the fastest Vigi ever ?

Started by MartG, March 05, 2009, 02:55:43 PM

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MartG

March 05, 2009, 02:55:43 PM
Just a taster for now - full pics ( including airlaunch mothership ) and backstory to follow tomorrow  ;D

Murphy's 1st Law - An object at rest will be in the wrong place
Murphy's 2nd Law - An object in motion will be going in the wrong direction
Murphy's 3rd Law - For every action, there is an equal and opposite malfunction

pyro-manic

#1
March 05, 2009, 03:14:31 PM
Ohh, you aren't.... are you?

:thumbsup:
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BlackOps

#2
March 05, 2009, 06:36:28 PM
 :wub: Fabulous!  :bow:
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#3
March 05, 2009, 06:39:47 PM
mmmmm...   :wub:
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#4
March 05, 2009, 07:42:25 PM
That gives a whole new meaning to "hi speed" recce.

Looks good.

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#5
March 05, 2009, 07:58:28 PM
Super Cool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Looks Good as Posted!!!!!!!! Can't Wait for more!!!!!!! :mellow: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

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#6
March 06, 2009, 01:06:44 AM
Dangit ;D :wub: :thumbsup:
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MartG

#7
March 06, 2009, 02:51:00 AM
OK, here we go....

Project Aurora RA-5S Vigilante

The ultimate recon Vigilante – the RA-5S orbital spaceplane. Air launched from a Mach 3 SR-75, optionally using a strap on booster, the RA-5S is capable of reaching a wide variety of orbits allowing it to perform a number of roles. Developed from earlier experience launching a modified X-15 from a B-70 ( on the workbench  :mellow: ), it's primary mission is to carry a package of recon equipment in it's cargo bay, located immediately aft of the 2 man cockpit, but the cargo bay can also be used to place small satellites into orbit.

On interception missions, where an EVA inspection of another spacecraft may be required, the cargo bay can also accommodate an EMU jet pack.

Powered by a variable cycle engine, during its initial boost phase it uses oxygen from the atmosphere, before switching over to its internal LOX supply and becoming a pure rocket. Following re-entry the engines can be relit to provide additional range. While in orbit and during re-entry the engine intakes are closed to prevent damage to the engines. A strap-on recoverable booster is often used to allow the RA-5S to reach a higher orbit, or to save fuel for orbital manoeuvring.

Due to the high speed of the launch aircraft, the only option for a chase plane during launch operations is a modified SR-71 Blackbird. Additionally most launches are accompanied by an F-12 Blackbird escort, especially where the launch takes place outside US airspace.

Airfix Vigilante, wings and engines from an Airfix Space Shuttle, Italeri SR-75 mothership














Murphy's 1st Law - An object at rest will be in the wrong place
Murphy's 2nd Law - An object in motion will be going in the wrong direction
Murphy's 3rd Law - For every action, there is an equal and opposite malfunction

Vulcan7

#8
March 06, 2009, 03:35:49 AM
WOW that looks fantastic!! MartG truly magnificent work  :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :tornado: :cheers:
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#9
March 06, 2009, 04:33:28 AM
Beaut Space Vigi Mart, very cool. :wub: :thumbsup:

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#10
March 06, 2009, 04:58:25 AM
Very inventive! I love it!

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#11
March 06, 2009, 05:17:42 AM
I'm awestruck. That is one of the most incredible builds it has ever been my privilege to gaze upon.  :bow: :bow: :bow:
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lenny100

#12
March 06, 2009, 07:15:23 AM
WOW....

Now that is a build

Hope you show it at a show one day
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#13
March 06, 2009, 09:29:51 AM
Well Im really quite damp...........................................nice one mate. :thumbsup:
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#14
March 06, 2009, 09:45:43 AM
 :wub: 'Nuff said!
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