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Boeing 247

803 GleberryAir  8.7 years ago
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The Boeing Model 247 was an early United States airliner, considered the first such aircraft to fully incorporate advances such as all-metal (anodized aluminium) semimonocoque construction, a fully cantilevered wing and retractable landing gear. Other advanced features included control surface trim tabs, an autopilot, and de-icing boots for the wings and tailplane.

General Characteristics

  • Created On iOS
  • Wingspan 48.9ft (14.9m)
  • Length 38.4ft (11.7m)
  • Height 13.9ft (4.2m)
  • Empty Weight 6,718lbs (3,047kg)
  • Loaded Weight 12,230lbs (5,547kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.327
  • Wing Loading 20.3lbs/ft2 (99.0kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 603.1ft2 (56.0m2)
  • Drag Points 3594

Parts

  • Number of Parts 109
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 389