The Pentagon will develop a flying submarine

Management of advance planning of defense research activities of Department of Defense (DARPA) has formulated a tactical and technical requirements for the aircraft to a new type that can not only fly, but swim in the surface and underwater position. According to Flight Global, the concept of flying submarines and proposals for a pilot assessment should be submitted by interested companies until December 1 this year.

Requirements, in particular, a range of not less than 1850 kilometers, as well as an opportunity to overcome the water 185 kilometers and 22 kilometers under the water for no more than 8 hours. Load capacity of the aircraft must be 910 pounds, cabin capacity - 8 persons.

Swimming in an underwater position will be performed at small depths. The air and exhaust to be employed by Snorkel - sliding double pipes.

The plane is scheduled to be used for clandestine delivery of special groups in coastal areas. The concept of application also suggests the possibility of a near landing within three days to complete the assignment. In standby aircraft, is likely to remain surfaced.

Previously, the Pentagon made an attempt to establish a flying submarine ended inconclusively. A feature of the new project should become a vehicle for transformation, depending on the density of the external environment.