MFI-395 Super Mushshak Gets Glass Cockpit

[monitor]

A plane cheaper then a ferrari and other modern day exotic sports cars.

If it can fly from normal road i want to buy one

 

[IceCold]

If it can fly from normal road i want to buy one

Can't say it can but imagine having a very own plane to fly around from one city to another lolll

 

[Windjammer]

A plane cheaper then a ferrari and other modern day exotic sports cars.

If you don't have the need for speed and don't want to be bogged down in traffic.....besides it can carry more than two.

 

[monitor]

MFI-15 Safari / MFI-17 Supporter / MFI-395 Super Mushshak

The MFI-15 Safari and MFI-17 Supporter resulted from Saab's adaptation of the MFI-9 Junior for basic training for civil and military operators. In 1968 Saab began work on its MFI-15, based on the MFI-9 but with some design changes, foremost of which was the 120kW (160shp) Lycoming IO-320 piston engine. Like the MFI-9. the MFI-15 retained the unusual braced, mid mounted and slightly forward swept wing and rearward hinging canopy, offering good all around vision. The prototype made its first maiden flight on 11 June 1969. Following testing te MFI-15 gained a more powerful IO-360, while the horizontal tail was relocated to clear it of damage from thrown up debris. First flight of this modified form was in February 1971. Sold as MFI-15 Safari, most went to civil coustomers, however Sierra Leone and Norway took delivery of Safaris for military pilot training.

To improve the Safari's military market appeal, Saab developed the MFI-17 Supporter, fitted with six underwing hardpoints for light and practice weaponry, giving it weapons training and light COIN capabilities. First flight was on July 6 1972. Denmark and Zambia were customers. Production ended in the late 1970s after about 250 Safaris and Supporters had been built, most for civil customers. Pakistan meanwhile took delivery of 18 Saab built Supporters, while 92 were assembled locally by PAC from knocked down kits and a further 149 were built locally by PAC. It is named Mushshak (Proficient) in Pakistani service. In 1981, Pakistan acquired sole manufacturing rights of the Supporter.

In the Pakistan Air Force College of Flying Training (CFT) Aviation Cadets go through flying/academic training for 3 years. Over the years, the College has developed a modern, scientific and systematic program of pilot training. It aims at equipping the Aviation Cadets with basic flying skills along with sound academic/professional background which eventually leads to the award of BSc degree. The College has two types of trainer aircraft namely MFI-17 Mushshak, which is being produced under licence in Pakistan and T-37, which is jet trainer of American origin. Recently, another jet trainer K-8, a joint venture of Pakistan and China has been added to the training fleet of the Academy. The training on these aircraft is designed to produce pilots for Pakistan Air Force and friendly countries. Aviation Cadets who successfully complete their flying training on MFI-17 and T-37 are awarded flying wings.

PAC has developed a further improvement MFI-395 Super Mushshak with a Lycoming IO-540 195kW (260hp) engine with a three blade propellor. Super Mushshak is a variant upgraded version of Mushshak fitted with a more powerful 260 HP engine, cockpit air-conditioning, electrical instruments, and electric cum manual elevator and rudder trim. The aircraft has been developed to meet FAR part 23 certification in categories normal, utility and aerobatics. It has spacious side by side cockpit giving good contact between the pilot and the co - pilot / observer or between the student and the instructor for the effective "watch me" instruction. Super Mushshak meets the requirements of a modern primary training syllabus and is an ideal basic trainer for basic flight training and instrument flying.

The PAC has successfully exported its products and services to Saudi Arabia, Iran, UAE, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. On 01 August 2002 Pakistan handed over the five newly-built Super Mushshak aircraft to the Royal Air Force of Oman at the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC), Kamra. Speaking at the handing over ceremony, the secretary, defence production, Air Marshal Zahid Anis praised the efforts of the Aircraft Manufacturing Factory (AMF) in establishing itself as a recognized equipment manufacturer.
Specifications
MFI-17 Mushshak MFI-395 Super Mushshak
Country of Origin Sweden Pakistan
Type Two seat basic trainer
Powerplant One 150kW (200hp) Lycoming IO-360-A1B6 flat four piston engine, driving a two blade propeller. One 195kW (260hp) Lycoming IO-540-V4A5 six cylender engine.
Max speed 236km/h (127kt) 145kt
cruising speed 108km/h (112kt) 130kt.
Max initial rate of climb 807ft/min. 1700ft/min.
Service ceiling 13,450ft. 22,000ft.
Max range 622km. 850km (440 nm)
Endurance 5hr 10min.
Weights 898kg 998kg.
Accommodations Seating for two side by side, with option of a third rear facing seat in the back.
Armament Six underwing hardpoints, inner two stressed for 150kg (330lb) each, outer four for 100kg (220lb), for rocket and gun pods and Bofor Bantam anti tank missiles.
Operators: Supporter - Denmark, Zambia. Mushshak - Iran, Oman, Pakistan, Syria. Super Mushshak - Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, UAE

 

[Donatello]

I think they should offer this version up for the civilian market/ recreational flying as well. People should be able to place orders and fly away....

 

[khalidwaleed]

good to see Asians becoming self sufficient. weaning from western arm sellers is a must for the development for countries.

 

[alibaz]

Present configuration of aircraft is for instructor and a trainee / passenger, if two passenger seats are added in this plane, it will definitely attract attention of civilian/ commercial customers

 

[khail007]

1. Availability of Aircraft-Grade "Metals" (including 6061-T6 Aluminum) in Pakistan is one of the major hurdle for amateur/home-designer-cum-builder.

I have no idea for availability of mentioned type of aluminum in Pakistan, you can google it. Definitely there will be some information.

2. furthermore, Aircraft Instruments are too have to import, making designing/manufacturing difficult for a amateur/home builder.

For this part, if you contact PAC-Kamra (Aircraft Manufacturing Factory - one which is building Super Mushak), may be they will be able to help you by offering used analog instrumentation which they are removing from old versions. Below is the link which may help you.

Pakistan Aeronautical Complex

 

[khail007]

If it can fly from normal road i want to buy one

Sir, I think it could, as described below:

Design Criteria

The basic design philosophy behind Mushshak offers an aircraft with:

1. Flexibility, covering both army co-operation and primary flying training
2. Excellent forward and downward visibility supplemented by a good rearward visibility
3. Good ground clearance even with bulky under wing stores and high crosswind capability for operation from narrow strips and roads
4. Up to 300 Kg/660 lbs external load carrying capability (including pylons)
5. Heavy duty landing gear
6. Large baggage compartment in the rear part of the cabin easily accessible through a door on the port side of the fuselage. This space can also accommodate a third crew member
7. Good handling characteristics
8. Good short/rough field performance
9. Fully aerobatic capability, maximum limit load factor +6/-3 in Aerobatics category
10. Ease of maintenance and repair even in field
11. Structure life of 8300 hrs
12. Low radar signature

http://www.pac.org.pk/mushshak.html

Don't forget to give me a ride, if you are going to buy one...!

 

[Inception-06]

"Armament Six underwing hardpoints, inner two stressed for 150kg (330lb) each, outer four for 100kg (220lb), for rocket and gun pods and Bofor Bantam anti tank missiles. " so our Mushaks can carry weapons or must they be upgraded for that ?