The project authors classify it as an "amphibious vehicle" that, in their opinion, should facilitate its certification as a marine vessel and hence make the project more profitable. General Information
The apparatus construction differs from the traditional GEA's scheme which uses under-wing blow from the engines located in front. Designers of "Burevestnik-24" used a bi-plane scheme with the engin
es which are located on the top wing, look back and have pushing propellers. The power unit consists of two piston 12-cylinder V-shaped AviaSmart engines of 412 hp each. The digital control system of the power unit increases fuel efficiency and also synchronizes the drag of two propellers. The 8-blade pushing propellers placed in ring channels are made of carbon. GEA consists of modules, and in unassembled form may be put into a standard sea container. As of 2012 it is located in Mytischi, the Moscow region. History of development
A 16-seated model for testing of hydrodynamic devices was the first one; then a 20-seated model was created. The 24-seated Burevestnik is the 3rd stage. According to project managers, a 100-seated amphibian should form the 4th stage, however no messages have been reported neither in the press nor at the manufacturer's site. Technical data
Model: Burevestnik-24 Crew: 1-2 persons Passengers: 24 persons Weight: 4000 kg Payload: 3500 kg Cruising speed: above 200 km/h Operational range: 1200 km. Role Ground effect craft
Manufacturer "Nebo plus more" (Sky and Sea)
Designer Vladimir Bukovsky
First flight 9 July 2004
Introduction 2004
Number built 6
