Boulton Paul Atlantic
Boulton & Paul · United Kingdom · first flew 1920 · airliner
The Boulton & Paul P.8 Atlantic was a twin-engined biplane built as a prototype airliner and a challenger for the first non-stop Atlantic crossing.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 2 × piston, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 12.19 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Twin-engined biplane
- Two 450 hp engines
- Derived from the Bourges bomber
A twin-engined biplane with a crew of three, derived from a bomber.
Specifications
- The Boulton Paul Atlantic has a length of 12.19 m (40 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 18.39 m (60 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 240 km/h (149 mph).
- Typical crew: 3.
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History
Boulton & Paul adapted their Bourges bomber into an airliner, hoping to win the outstanding prize for the first non-stop Atlantic crossing. A first flight accident in April 1919 meant they missed the opportunity.
Variants
Two aircraft were built, with no separate variants.
Where you'll see it
None was sold as an airliner. Two 450 hp engines gave a maximum speed of 149 mph.
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