Bristol Pullman
Bristol · United Kingdom · first flew 1920 · airliner
The Bristol Pullman was a British prototype passenger aircraft developed from the Braemar triplane heavy bomber.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 4 × piston, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 15.85 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Triplane wing arrangement
- Four Liberty engines driving pusher and tractor propellers
- Passenger cabin for 14 passengers
A large triplane powered by four Liberty L-12 engines, with a fully enclosed crew cabin and seats for 14 passengers.
Specifications
- The Bristol Pullman has a length of 15.85 m (52 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 24.89 m (82 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 217 km/h (135 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
It first flew in May 1920 and was designed by Frank Barnwell.
Variants
Only one was built, and the design was developed into the Bristol Tramp.
Where you'll see it
A prototype 14-passenger aircraft; it was not accepted for squadron use by the Royal Air Force or selected by any civil operator.
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