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| Sikorsky S-42 Flying
Boat |
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by the Vought-Sikorsky Aircraft Division of the United Aircraft
Corporation in Stratford, Connecticut.. The S-42 first flew on March 30,
1934. A total of 10 aircraft were built. They were the first of
the famous Pan American Airways Clippers. The "A"
model had upgraded engines, an improved airfoil, an increased wingspan,
a stronger and lighter aluminum alloy skin, a larger gross weight and
useful load and convertible sleeping accommodations for 14 passengers;
Four aircraft built to this configuration. The Model S42-B made
additional aerodynamic improvements, increase in gross weight, improved
fuel capacity and thus distance, and the addition of constant speed
propellers enhanced the performance; Three were built to this
configuration. It carried 28-32 passengers. Flew at 190 mph and
had an effective range of 1,200 miles. |
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Sikorsky S-42 Flying Boat
Premier Series. 1/60th scale. 16.5" wingspan x 14.25" long
No. AAS1D-PR. Only $219.95
Sikorsky S-42 Flying Boat
Standard Series. 1/72nd scale. 14.75" wingspan x 11.5" long
No. AAS1D-ST. Only $159.95 |
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