MULTI-MISSION/PURPOSE GROUND-EFFECT CRAFT DERIVED FROM A COMMON MODULAR PLATFORM

摘要

A multi-mission/purpose ground-effect craft (1) is provided which is derived from a common modular platform which includes a hull (14); an inner floor structure (9) adapted to be installed over the hull; a body (20) adapted to be attached to at least one of the top surface of the hull and the inner floor structure, such that a interior compartment is formed thereinside; a tail wing (38) assembly adapted to be attached to the aft end of the body; a forward nose cowl (21) adapted to be attached to at least one of the forward nose portion of the hull and the forward body portion of the body; a windshield (50) integrated into the forward end of the body; at least one door assembly (52) integrated into the left or right body side; at least one window assembly (54) integrated into the left or right body side; a propulsion system (10) integrated within the aft end of the body; and a retractable skirt (18) attached and draped from the outer or inner perimeter of the hull.