Latest content added for UNT Digital Library Collection: National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA)https://digital.library.unt.edu/explore/collections/NACA/browse/?start=20&fq=untl_decade:1920-1929&fq=untl_institution:UNTGD2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00UNT LibrariesThis is a custom feed for browsing UNT Digital Library Collection: National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA)Travel Air Commercial Airplane - Type 50002014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279542/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279542/"><img alt="Travel Air Commercial Airplane - Type 5000" title="Travel Air Commercial Airplane - Type 5000" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279542/small/"/></a></p><p>The 5000 is a semicantilever monoplane, closed cabin type, with pilot about in line with the leading edge of the wing and room for 4 passengers behind him. It is equipped with a Wright Whirlwind engine. A description of the visibility, propeller, power plant, pilot's cockpit, passenger cabin, landing gear, struts, wings, fuselage, empennage, general, characteristics, photographs, and drawings are provided.</p>Supplies and Production of Aircraft Woods2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279543/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279543/"><img alt="Supplies and Production of Aircraft Woods" title="Supplies and Production of Aircraft Woods" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279543/small/"/></a></p><p>The purpose of this report is to present in brief form such information as is available regarding the supplies of the kinds of wood that have been used or seem likely to become important in the construction of airplanes, and the amount of lumber of each species normally put on the market each year. A general statement is given of the uses to which each kind of wood is or may be put.</p>Caproni Airplane Ca 73 (Commercial) and Ca 73 ter (Military)2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279549/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279549/"><img alt="Caproni Airplane Ca 73 (Commercial) and Ca 73 ter (Military)" title="Caproni Airplane Ca 73 (Commercial) and Ca 73 ter (Military)" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279549/small/"/></a></p><p>The Caproni 73 is a biplane with medium thick wings, a rigid central section, and with each lateral extension forming a single cell and is powered by two 500 Isotta Fraschini "Asso" Engines.</p>Fiat C.R. 20 Pursuit Airplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279551/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279551/"><img alt="Fiat C.R. 20 Pursuit Airplane" title="Fiat C.R. 20 Pursuit Airplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279551/small/"/></a></p><p>The Fiat C.R. 20 has an all metal frame covered with fireproof fabric, except for the area near the engines, which is covered in duraluminum. It is armed with 4 machine guns and is capable of 280 KPH.</p>Wibault Two-Seat Monoplane 8C2: An All-Metal Pursuit and Observation Airplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279553/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279553/"><img alt="Wibault Two-Seat Monoplane 8C2: An All-Metal Pursuit and Observation Airplane" title="Wibault Two-Seat Monoplane 8C2: An All-Metal Pursuit and Observation Airplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279553/small/"/></a></p><p>Michel Wibault's two seat monoplane 8C2, is similar to the Parasol pursuit monoplane which preceded it. It has no perishable parts in its structure and needs no special storage or coverings. The sample aeroplane uses a 500 HP Hispano-Suiza engine but can accept a 400-600HP engine from a variety of manufacturers with little difficulty. It uses a two blade tractor propeller.</p>The A.N.E.C. IV "Missel Thrush" light airplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279637/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279637/"><img alt="The A.N.E.C. IV "Missel Thrush" light airplane" title="The A.N.E.C. IV "Missel Thrush" light airplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279637/small/"/></a></p><p>A product of the Air Navigation Engineering Co., the Missel Thrush is a light airplane suitable for private ownership. It is a two seat tractor fuselage biplane with single I interplane struts designed by J. Bewsher.</p>The Short "Calcutta": First British All-Metal Commercial Seaplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279641/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279641/"><img alt="The Short "Calcutta": First British All-Metal Commercial Seaplane" title="The Short "Calcutta": First British All-Metal Commercial Seaplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279641/small/"/></a></p><p>The Calcutta is a large seaplane, with seating for 16 and a payload of 3,400 pounds. A description of the design, construction features, engine installation, specifications, performance, and photographs are provided.</p>The De Havilland 61 "Canberra" (British): A 6-8 Passenger Airplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279646/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279646/"><img alt="The De Havilland 61 "Canberra" (British): A 6-8 Passenger Airplane" title="The De Havilland 61 "Canberra" (British): A 6-8 Passenger Airplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279646/small/"/></a></p><p>Made for an Australian buyer, the Canberra is capable of carrying a payload of 1900 lbs. with a top speed of 126 M.P.H. At 105-110 M.P.H. it has a range of about 475 miles. It has a single Jupiter VI engine.</p>Nieuport-Delage 640 (French): Commercial High-Wing Monoplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279648/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279648/"><img alt="Nieuport-Delage 640 (French): Commercial High-Wing Monoplane" title="Nieuport-Delage 640 (French): Commercial High-Wing Monoplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279648/small/"/></a></p><p>The Nieuport Delage 640 is a single engine commercial high-wing monoplane of all wood construction, including the fuselage and tail. It's landing gear is hinged in two parts.</p>The Mureaux "Brunet 3C2" Pursuit Airplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279649/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279649/"><img alt="The Mureaux "Brunet 3C2" Pursuit Airplane" title="The Mureaux "Brunet 3C2" Pursuit Airplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279649/small/"/></a></p><p>Designed by Engineer Brunet, the 3C2 is an all metal monoplane with two engines and provision for six machine guns and 12 10 Kg. bombs. A description of the design, components, characteristics, flying qualities, drawings, and photographs are provided.</p>Lift Theory of Supporting Surfaces: Second Article2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279655/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279655/"><img alt="Lift Theory of Supporting Surfaces: Second Article" title="Lift Theory of Supporting Surfaces: Second Article" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279655/small/"/></a></p><p>Memorandum presenting a description of the hydrodynamic lift theory of supporting services. This report is mainly about the task of finding suitable wing sections for given lift conditions. Formulas are given for lift magnitude and moment, which make it possible to obtain solutions of great simplicity and clearness.</p>Effect of Roughness on Properties of Airfoils2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279662/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279662/"><img alt="Effect of Roughness on Properties of Airfoils" title="Effect of Roughness on Properties of Airfoils" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279662/small/"/></a></p><p>The first group of a large series of contemplated experiments on the effect of roughness was intended to show the effect of great roughness on airfoils of various sizes and attitudes.</p>Blériot-Spad 91 Airplane (French): Pursuit Single-Seater, Type "Jockey"2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279665/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279665/"><img alt="Blériot-Spad 91 Airplane (French): Pursuit Single-Seater, Type "Jockey"" title="Blériot-Spad 91 Airplane (French): Pursuit Single-Seater, Type "Jockey"" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279665/small/"/></a></p><p>Report presenting a description of the design of the Blériot-Spad 91 airplane. This aircraft has announced a speed of 270 km per hour at 4000 m. It is of all metal construction.</p>Lioré-Olivier Airplane: Type 12 Night-Bomber or Type 20 Commercial2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279601/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279601/"><img alt="Lioré-Olivier Airplane: Type 12 Night-Bomber or Type 20 Commercial" title="Lioré-Olivier Airplane: Type 12 Night-Bomber or Type 20 Commercial" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279601/small/"/></a></p><p>Report presenting a description of the Lioré-Olivier Type 12 night bomber, which can also be converted into the Type 20 commercial. A description of the cell of the wings, fuselage, power plant, landing gear, and flight characteristics is provided.</p>Avia Pursuit Airplane B.H. 212014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279614/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279614/"><img alt="Avia Pursuit Airplane B.H. 21" title="Avia Pursuit Airplane B.H. 21" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279614/small/"/></a></p><p>Built by the 'Czecho-Slovakian' aircraft factory, AVIA, the B.H. 21, has a top speed of 250 MPH, and carries 120 kg of gasoline and 20 kg of oil, giving it a radius of action of 600-650 km. It is equipped with a Hispano-Suiza engine capable of 300 HP. Details of the design, structure, wings, stabilizer, fuselage, controls, fuel tanks, landing gear, tail, characteristics, performances, drawings, and photographs are provided.</p>The Saunders "Cutty Sark" Commercial Seaplane (British): A High-Wing Monoplane Flying Boat2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279627/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279627/"><img alt="The Saunders "Cutty Sark" Commercial Seaplane (British): A High-Wing Monoplane Flying Boat" title="The Saunders "Cutty Sark" Commercial Seaplane (British): A High-Wing Monoplane Flying Boat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279627/small/"/></a></p><p>Circular describing the Saunders Cutty Sark commercial seaplane, which is a high-wing monoplane flying boat. Details regarding the power unit, engines, fuel system, components, characteristics, drawings, and photographs are provided.</p>The Armstrong Whitworth "Starling" (British) (Single Seat Fighter)2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279631/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279631/"><img alt="The Armstrong Whitworth "Starling" (British) (Single Seat Fighter)" title="The Armstrong Whitworth "Starling" (British) (Single Seat Fighter)" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279631/small/"/></a></p><p>Circular describing the Armstrong-Whitworth "Starling", which is a single seat fighter that can be used for day fighting and night fighting. Details of the wings, wing bracing, lift characteristics, construction, internal components, characteristics, drawings, and photographs are provided.</p>The Westland Iv Commercial Monoplane (British): Three "Cirrus III" Engine2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279633/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279633/"><img alt="The Westland Iv Commercial Monoplane (British): Three "Cirrus III" Engine" title="The Westland Iv Commercial Monoplane (British): Three "Cirrus III" Engine" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279633/small/"/></a></p><p>Circular presenting a description of the Westland IV, which is a high-wing monoplane with strut bracing, two outboard engines, a fairly large fuselage that provides comfortable cabin accommodation, and wide-track landing gear. Details of the design, flight characteristics, blueprints, and photographs are provided.</p>The Avro "Gosport," 504 R: A New Training Airplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279482/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279482/"><img alt="The Avro "Gosport," 504 R: A New Training Airplane" title="The Avro "Gosport," 504 R: A New Training Airplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279482/small/"/></a></p><p>Circular describing the Avro Gosport 504 R, which is a new training airplane that is lighter than other Avro training airplanes but is strong enough to withstand rough handling that may be encountered in training. Details of the fuselage, construction, ailerons, tail, struts, landing gear, fuel tanks, performance, characteristics, and photographs are provided.</p>The Boulton and Paul "Partridge" (British): All-Metal Single-Seat Fighter2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279483/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279483/"><img alt="The Boulton and Paul "Partridge" (British): All-Metal Single-Seat Fighter" title="The Boulton and Paul "Partridge" (British): All-Metal Single-Seat Fighter" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279483/small/"/></a></p><p>The Partridge is a tractor biplane of orthodox design. It has a single supercharged Jupiter VII engine.</p>The Gloster "Gambet" Airplane: A Deck-Landing Ship's Fighter Fitted With a 420 HP. Bristol Jupiter VI Engine2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279484/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279484/"><img alt="The Gloster "Gambet" Airplane: A Deck-Landing Ship's Fighter Fitted With a 420 HP. Bristol Jupiter VI Engine" title="The Gloster "Gambet" Airplane: A Deck-Landing Ship's Fighter Fitted With a 420 HP. Bristol Jupiter VI Engine" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279484/small/"/></a></p><p>Circular detailing the Glouster "Gambet", which is a new single-seat fighter for use from aircraft carriers. A description of the design, components, characteristics, photographs, and drawings are provided.</p>The Caproni Monoplanes "Ca 97" (Italian)2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279486/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279486/"><img alt="The Caproni Monoplanes "Ca 97" (Italian)" title="The Caproni Monoplanes "Ca 97" (Italian)" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279486/small/"/></a></p><p>The Ca 97 is constructed with wings half overhung, a large fuselage, all metal construction, and can be configured with 1 to 3 engines.</p>Farman Two-Engine Commercial Biplane F.180 (French)2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279492/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279492/"><img alt="Farman Two-Engine Commercial Biplane F.180 (French)" title="Farman Two-Engine Commercial Biplane F.180 (French)" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279492/small/"/></a></p><p>The F180 was designed for reliable long distance travel in stages of 500, 1000, 1500 km, carrying loads of 2500, 2000, and 1500 kg respectively. At maximum load it can carry 20 passengers.</p>Meteore 63 Commercial Seaplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279497/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279497/"><img alt="Meteore 63 Commercial Seaplane" title="Meteore 63 Commercial Seaplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279497/small/"/></a></p><p>Societe Provencale de Constructions Aeronautiques, builder of the "Meteore 63" has constructed a three engine (biplane) seaplane which has met conditions for a seaworthy certificate of the first class. A description of the design, hull, tail, power plant, characteristics, performances, drawings, and photographs are provided.</p>"Levasseur 8" Transatlantic Airplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279499/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279499/"><img alt=""Levasseur 8" Transatlantic Airplane" title=""Levasseur 8" Transatlantic Airplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279499/small/"/></a></p><p>Circular describing the Levasseur 8, which is an adaptation of a naval airplane adopted by the French Navy. Details of the wings, fuselage, landing gear, fuel, engine, and flying qualities are provided.</p>The effect of cowling on cylinder temperatures and performance of a Wright J-5 engine2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279502/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279502/"><img alt="The effect of cowling on cylinder temperatures and performance of a Wright J-5 engine" title="The effect of cowling on cylinder temperatures and performance of a Wright J-5 engine" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279502/small/"/></a></p><p>This report presents the results of tests conducted to determine the effect of different amounts and kinds of cowling on the performance and cylinder temperatures of a standard Wright J-5 engine. These tests were conducted in conjunction with drag and propeller tests in which the same cowlings were used. Four different cowlings were investigated varying from the one extreme of no cowling on the engine to the other extreme of the engine completely cowled and the cooling air flowing inside the cowling through an opening in the nose and out through an annular opening at the rear of the engine. Each cowling was tested at air speeds of approximately 60, 80, and 100 miles per hour.</p>The Fairchild "All-Purpose" Cabin Monoplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279506/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279506/"><img alt="The Fairchild "All-Purpose" Cabin Monoplane" title="The Fairchild "All-Purpose" Cabin Monoplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279506/small/"/></a></p><p>The Fairchild "all-purpose" is a 4 seater with a large luggage compartment, good visibility, and can be configured for surveying work. It is rated at 200 HP. at 1800 R.P.M., but can deliver over 220 HP.</p>Dyle and Bacalan Metal Monoplane, D.B. 10: Night Bomber - Equipped with Two 420 HP. Jupiter Engines2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279420/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279420/"><img alt="Dyle and Bacalan Metal Monoplane, D.B. 10: Night Bomber - Equipped with Two 420 HP. Jupiter Engines" title="Dyle and Bacalan Metal Monoplane, D.B. 10: Night Bomber - Equipped with Two 420 HP. Jupiter Engines" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279420/small/"/></a></p><p>The D.B. 10 is manufactured of duraluminum and special high resistance steel. It can be used as a passenger aircraft or as a bomber. Details of the design, wings, fuselage, empennage, engines, landing gear, characteristics, performances, drawings, and photographs are provided.</p>The Bernard 20 C.1 (French): A Single-Seat Pursuit Monoplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279421/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279421/"><img alt="The Bernard 20 C.1 (French): A Single-Seat Pursuit Monoplane" title="The Bernard 20 C.1 (French): A Single-Seat Pursuit Monoplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279421/small/"/></a></p><p>Circular presenting a description of the Bernard 20 C.1, which is made of wood and has four main parts: a one-piece wing with a fuselage in the middle, a rear section with the tail surfaces, an engine mount, and a landing gear.</p>The Blackburn "Bluebird": Two-Seat Training and Sport Airplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279423/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279423/"><img alt="The Blackburn "Bluebird": Two-Seat Training and Sport Airplane" title="The Blackburn "Bluebird": Two-Seat Training and Sport Airplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279423/small/"/></a></p><p>The Bluebird is a two seat, side by side biplane, designed primarily for training and pleasure flying. A description of the construction and flight characteristics is provided.</p>The Blackburn "Bluebird" Mark IV (British): All-Metal Biplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279427/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279427/"><img alt="The Blackburn "Bluebird" Mark IV (British): All-Metal Biplane" title="The Blackburn "Bluebird" Mark IV (British): All-Metal Biplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279427/small/"/></a></p><p>Circular presenting a description of the Blackburn Bluebird Mark IV, which is an all-metal airplane. Details are provided regarding constructional features, the cockpit, the gasoline system, and the flight characteristics.</p>Diaphragms for Aeronautic Instruments2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279428/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279428/"><img alt="Diaphragms for Aeronautic Instruments" title="Diaphragms for Aeronautic Instruments" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279428/small/"/></a></p><p>This investigation was carried out at the request of the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics and comprises an outline of historical developments and theoretical principles, together with a discussion of expedients for making the most effective use of existing diaphragms actuated by the hydrostatic pressure form an essential element of a great variety instruments for aeronautic and other technical purposes. The various physical data needed as a foundation for rational methods of diaphragm design have not, however, been available hitherto except in the most fragmentary form.</p>Training Airplane "Avia B.H. 11."2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279438/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279438/"><img alt="Training Airplane "Avia B.H. 11."" title="Training Airplane "Avia B.H. 11."" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279438/small/"/></a></p><p>Circular presenting a description of the Avia B.H. 11, which is a two-seat, low-wing monoplane with a plywood fuselage. The report describes the structural details and flight performance and provides blueprints and photographs of the aircraft.</p>The De Havilland "Tiger Moth": A Low Wing Monoplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279441/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279441/"><img alt="The De Havilland "Tiger Moth": A Low Wing Monoplane" title="The De Havilland "Tiger Moth": A Low Wing Monoplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279441/small/"/></a></p><p>With a speed of 186.5 M.P.H. and an operational altitude of 20,000 feet the De Havilland Tiger Moth has caused comment as it was introduced just before the King's Cup race of 1927. It is a single seater with unusual control configuration due to the cramped cockpit area.</p>The C.A.M.S. 54 G.R. Transatlantic Seaplane (French)2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279447/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279447/"><img alt="The C.A.M.S. 54 G.R. Transatlantic Seaplane (French)" title="The C.A.M.S. 54 G.R. Transatlantic Seaplane (French)" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279447/small/"/></a></p><p>Tested at the end of March, 1928, the C.A.M.S. 54 G.R. was built for the purpose of crossing the Atlantic from Europe by way of the azores. It has a biplane construction with wings mounted above the hull. It is powered by two new series 500 HP. geared Hispano Suiza V type engines.</p>The Pander Light Biplane: A School Two-Seater With 45 HP Anzani Engine2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279563/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279563/"><img alt="The Pander Light Biplane: A School Two-Seater With 45 HP Anzani Engine" title="The Pander Light Biplane: A School Two-Seater With 45 HP Anzani Engine" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279563/small/"/></a></p><p>Report presenting a description of the Pander light biplane, including a description of the construction and flying characteristics are provided.</p>The Vickers "Vellore" (British): A Freight Carrier Which Carries a Load Greater Than Its Own Weight2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279566/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279566/"><img alt="The Vickers "Vellore" (British): A Freight Carrier Which Carries a Load Greater Than Its Own Weight" title="The Vickers "Vellore" (British): A Freight Carrier Which Carries a Load Greater Than Its Own Weight" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279566/small/"/></a></p><p>The Vellore is a single engine biplane of all metal construction. It has a wing span of 76 feet and a loaded weight of 9,500 lbs. Details of the wingspan, construction, characteristics, performance, drawings, and photographs are provided.</p>The De Havilland "Moth"2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279568/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279568/"><img alt="The De Havilland "Moth"" title="The De Havilland "Moth"" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279568/small/"/></a></p><p>Officially designated D.H. 60, De Havilland's Moth is a small, simply made, 770 lb. aircraft. It has had it's fittings reduced in number to assist in this, seats 2 (including pilot) and uses a Cirrus 60 HP. engine.</p>The Fokker "Universal" Commercial Airplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279571/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279571/"><img alt="The Fokker "Universal" Commercial Airplane" title="The Fokker "Universal" Commercial Airplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279571/small/"/></a></p><p>Equipped with a Wright Whirlwind 200-230 H.P. Engine, the Universal can be configured with floats or wheels and seats 4-6 passengers. Details of the wings, power plant, cowling, tanks and fuel system, vision, cockpit and controls, cabin arrangements, landing gear, float gear, skis, tail skid, tail surfaces, finish, characteristics, drawings, and photographs are provided.</p>René Couzinet Monoplane (French)2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279578/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279578/"><img alt="René Couzinet Monoplane (French)" title="René Couzinet Monoplane (French)" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279578/small/"/></a></p><p>Having been designed as a long range aircraft, it carries 6200 liters of fuel and 280 liters of oil and has three propeller groups, each with a 180 HP Hispano-Suiza engine capable of 230 HP. Details of the design, wings, ailerons, fuselage, fuel tanks, landing gear, characteristics, performances, tests, drawings, and photographs are provided.</p>The Boulton and Paul "Bugle" Airplane: Day Bomber2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279580/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279580/"><img alt="The Boulton and Paul "Bugle" Airplane: Day Bomber" title="The Boulton and Paul "Bugle" Airplane: Day Bomber" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279580/small/"/></a></p><p>The Bugle is a twin engine tractor biplane. It features two Jupiter engines and oleo-pneumatic landing gear. Its maximum speed is 120 MPH.</p>Savoia Seaplane S.55: Military or Commercial2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279584/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279584/"><img alt="Savoia Seaplane S.55: Military or Commercial" title="Savoia Seaplane S.55: Military or Commercial" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279584/small/"/></a></p><p>The S.55 is a two engine twin hull seaplane built by Societa Idrovolanti Alta Italia (Seaplane Company of Upper Italy). The S.55 (Santa Maria) is to be used for an around the world flight In 1927. It will have a useful load of 7,500 lbs. and a cruising speed of 100 MPH.</p>The Supermarine "Southampton" Seaplane: Observation or Bomber2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279585/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279585/"><img alt="The Supermarine "Southampton" Seaplane: Observation or Bomber" title="The Supermarine "Southampton" Seaplane: Observation or Bomber" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279585/small/"/></a></p><p>Purchased for the British Air Ministry, the Southampton seaplane uses 2 Napier Lion engines and has a boat hull with outriggers mounted on the wings. It was designed as a military aircraft and can be easily converted to a bomber. A description of the design, flight characteristics, and photographs and blueprints are provided.</p>The Short S.7 "Mussel": A Training Seaplane With 65 Hp. "Cirrus" Engine2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279587/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279587/"><img alt="The Short S.7 "Mussel": A Training Seaplane With 65 Hp. "Cirrus" Engine" title="The Short S.7 "Mussel": A Training Seaplane With 65 Hp. "Cirrus" Engine" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279587/small/"/></a></p><p>Circular presenting a description of the Short "Mussel" S.7, which is designed for use as a light training airplane of robust and simple construction. Information regarding the design, blueprints, and photographs are provided.</p>The Pitcairn "Mailwing" PA-5: A Single-Seat Commercial Biplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279590/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279590/"><img alt="The Pitcairn "Mailwing" PA-5: A Single-Seat Commercial Biplane" title="The Pitcairn "Mailwing" PA-5: A Single-Seat Commercial Biplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279590/small/"/></a></p><p>The Mailwing is a single seat biplane designed primarily for mail and express delivery. It has a cargo capacity of 500 to 600 lbs. Details regarding the construction, engine, fuel tank, wings, tail, landing gear, propeller, control, characteristics, performance, drawings, and photographs are provided.</p>The Handley Page "Hamlet"2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279591/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279591/"><img alt="The Handley Page "Hamlet"" title="The Handley Page "Hamlet"" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279591/small/"/></a></p><p>The Hamlet is a three engine high wing monoplane of comparatively small size, fitted with three Bristol Lucifer series IV engines of 130 HP. each, and designed to carry a pilot and four passengers. Details of the layout, wings, slot and flap gear, fuselage, characteristics, performance, and drawings are provided.</p>The "Potez 33" Military Airplane (French)2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279592/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279592/"><img alt="The "Potez 33" Military Airplane (French)" title="The "Potez 33" Military Airplane (French)" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279592/small/"/></a></p><p>Circular describing the Potez 33, which is a military airplane that can be used for other purposes such as training pilots and as a messenger airplane due to its maneuverability and low landing speeds. A description of the controls, components, potential uses, characteristics, performance, drawings, and photographs are provided.</p>Lockheed "Vega" airplane: a commercial cabin monoplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279670/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279670/"><img alt="Lockheed "Vega" airplane: a commercial cabin monoplane" title="Lockheed "Vega" airplane: a commercial cabin monoplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279670/small/"/></a></p><p>The Vega is a high wing monoplane suitable for commercial purposes. It can seat 6 passengers or 100 cubic feet of cargo. Various characteristics of the aircraft are described, including the wings, control surfaces, landing gear, and power plant.</p>The Francois Villiers Marine Pursuit Airplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279671/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279671/"><img alt="The Francois Villiers Marine Pursuit Airplane" title="The Francois Villiers Marine Pursuit Airplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279671/small/"/></a></p><p>A traditional biplane design allows this craft to function with the speed and maneuverability necessary to perform as a pursuit aircraft while also being able to land on water. It featured retractable landing gear for water landings. It was powered with a 450 HP. Lorraine-Dietrich engine.</p>Morane-Saulnier 180 Light Airplane (French): A Single-Seat Training Monoplane2014-03-30T18:00:15-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279673/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279673/"><img alt="Morane-Saulnier 180 Light Airplane (French): A Single-Seat Training Monoplane" title="Morane-Saulnier 180 Light Airplane (French): A Single-Seat Training Monoplane" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279673/small/"/></a></p><p>Circular describing the Morane-Saulnier 180 light airplane, which is a single-seat training monoplane. A description of the components, design, characteristics, theoretical performance, drawings, and photographs are provided.</p>