Friday, June 10, 2016

American Airlines Tri Motor Ford.


The Ford Tri-Motor, affectionately known as the "Tin Goose," was the largest civil aircraft in America when it started passenger service on August 2, 1926, with Stout Air Services. The aircraft's all-metal, corrugated aluminum construction and the prestigious Ford name made it immediately popular with passengers and airline operators. Noisy but reliable, the Ford played a major role in convincing the public of the safety and practicality of air travel.
The 5-AT, a more powerful version of the earlier 4-AT, was powered by three Pratt & Whitney Wasp radial engines and entered service in 1928.
The Museum's Ford Tri-Motor was restored by American Airlines.
Donated by Ellington Aircraft Co.
Physical Description:
Air transport; Three engine; Monoplane.
Country of Origin
United States of America
Manufacturer
Ford Aircraft Co.
Date
1928
Location
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Exhibition
America by Air
Type
CRAFT-Aircraft
Materials
aluminum alloys, iron alloys, copper alloys, metal alloy, leather, fabrics, paint, plastics, glass, rubbers, insulation, rug/carpet, fire extinguisher, internal airplane components.
Dimensions
Wingspan: 23.7 m (77 ft 10 in)
Length: 15.2 m (49 ft 10 in)
Height: 4.2 m (13 ft 8 in)
Weight, gross: 5,738 kg (12,650 lb)
Weight, empty: 3,470 kg (7,650 lb)
Top speed: 217 km/h (135 mph)
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