Bland Mayfly
Lilian E. Bland · United Kingdom · first flew 1910 · light aircraft
The Bland Mayfly was an early aircraft constructed in 1910 by Lilian E. Bland in Carnmoney, Ireland.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, fuselage-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.01 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Early pusher biplane
- Small two-cylinder engine behind the pilot
- Span of about 8.4 m
A pusher biplane 7 m long with a span of 8.4 m and a 6.5 ft propeller.
Specifications
- The Bland Mayfly has a length of 7.01 m (23 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 8.41 m (28 ft).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
It is credited as the first aeroplane designed and built by a woman. It first flew in August 1910.
Variants
Only one example was ever built.
Where you'll see it
It was powered by a 20 hp Avro two-cylinder two-stroke engine.
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