Bastianelli P.R.B.
Societa Industriale l'Aviazione · Italy · first flew 1921 · transport aircraft
The Bastianelli P.R.B. was a 1920s Italian flying boat and the first product of Societa Industriale l'Aviazione. It was named after the three Italians who formed the company: Giovanni Pegga, Giuseppe Rossi and Filippo Bastianelli.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 4 × piston, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 18 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Large two-bay biplane flying boat
- Four engines mounted in tandem pairs on the lower wing
- Wingspan of 31.4 metres
A large span two-bay biplane flying boat with four 300 hp Fiat A.12bis inline engines mounted in tandem pairs on the lower wing.
Specifications
- The Bastianelli P.R.B. has a length of 18 m (59 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 31.4 m (103 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 241 km/h (150 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
It was built in Rome and taken to Lido di Ostia for completion and testing. It first flew on 11 May 1921, piloted by Rossi.
Variants
Only one aircraft was built, so there were no variants.
Where you'll see it
Although it flew well, it did not enter production. Only one was built.
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