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Encyclopedia - CASA C-212 Aviocar
The Spanish Air Force issued a requirement for a twin-turboprop general-purpose transport to replace their ageing DC-3's, Ju-52's and CASA C-207's. The result was the CASA C-212 Aviocar which first flew in prototype form 26 March 1971. The second prototype flew in October 1971, and the Spanish Air Force ordered eight pre-production aircraft. More than 5 different version of the C-212 have been produced.
Military operators include : Spain, Chile, Indonesia, Jordan, Nicaragua, Portugal and South Africa. Civilian roles include : VIP transport, general-purpose transport, air ambulance etc.
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CASA C-212-200 Aviocar | Powerplant | | Number Of Engines : | Two | | Powerplant type : | Garrett-AiResearch TPE331-10 turboprops | | Max Power Rating : | 671kW (900shp) | Dimensions | | Length : | 15.16m (49ft 9in) | | Height : | 6.68m (21ft 11in) | | Wingspan : | 19.00m (62ft 4in) | | Wing Area : | 40.00m2 (430.56sq ft) | Weights | | Empty Weight : | 3,915kg (8,631lb) | | Max Take-off Weight : | 7,450kg (16,424lb) | Landing Gear | | Type : | Fixed tricycle type with a single wheel on each unit | Performance | | Max Speed At Cruising Level : | 208kt (385km/h; 239mph) | | Service Ceiling : | 27,885ft (8,500m) |
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