Navarro Chief Explained

The Navarro Chief is a British trimotor aircraft that was designed and built by Navarro Safety Aircraft.[1]

Development

The Chief is a conventional landing gear-equipped, strut-braced, high wing aircraft. The wings are upturned. The elevators are hinged at angles in an attempt at developing a spin-resistant aircraft. The ailerons and elevators were interlinked for roll control. The rudder is split and could be deployed as a speed brake. The fuselage is wood with plywood covering.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Flight. 1930.
  2. Air Progress. November 1978. 18.