AU-24A Helio Stallion
The AU-24A is a lightweight, single-engine turboprop, high-wing monoplane. It is manufactured by Helio Aircraft Company, a division of General Aircraft Corporation. Except for fabric ailerons, the aircraft is of all-metal construction. The wing is full cantilever and contains long-span, single-slotted flaps, aerodynamically automatic full-span leading-edge slats; and leading-edge interceptors (spoilers). The interceptors augment roll control in slow flight and are mechanically inter-connected to the ailerons. Pitch control is maintained by a stabilator. The aircraft is equipped with electric and manual stabilator trim, electric aileron trim, and manual rudder trim. The AU-24A is powered by a 680-shp Pratt and Whitney turboprop engine and a Hartzell 3-bladed propeller with constant-speed, full-feathering, beta control, and reverse ranges. It has five ordnance stations, four wing pylons, and a fuselage pylon. The aft cabin is fitted to mount the XM-197 (20-mm) automatic gun system. Maximum gross weight is 6,300 pounds.
