Fri, Jul 28, 2017
Scaled Composites Airplane First Flew In 1998
Scaled Composites Model 281 Proteus is on display at EAA Airventure Oshkosh and celebrating the 19th anniversary of its first flight. Proteus first flew on July 26, 1998, and has made over 1000 flights. Visit Proteus at Boeing Plaza for an up close look at the plane and to take a picture as a Proteus “Test Pilot”, then stop by ScaledBase for special Proteus swag and to meet the crew.
Proteus’ original mission was to test using an aircraft as a high altitude communications satellite – the first attempt at delivering a broadband internet connection to the masses. The airplane proved to be very versatile as a high altitude, long endurance research platform which allowed Scaled to continue utilizing Proteus to fly missions for many programs over the years, accumulating over 4000 flight hours.
Proteus is a twin-turbofan, high-altitude, multi-mission aircraft powered by Williams International FJ44-2E engines. It is designed to carry payloads in the 2,000 lb class to altitudes above 50,000 ft and remain on station up to 14 hours. Heavier payloads can be carried for shorter missions. It is intended for both piloted and UAV missions. Missions for Proteus include telecommunications, reconnaissance, atmospheric research, commercial imaging, and space launch.
The Proteus is designed with long wings and a low wing loading needed for efficient high altitude loiter. It excels in stability and low noise.
(Image provided with Scaled Composites news release)
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