Consolidated O-17 Courier
Consolidated Aircraft Company · United States · first flew 1927 · light aircraft
The Consolidated O-17 Courier, company designation Model 2, was an observation and training aircraft used by the United States National Guard.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.51 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Single-engine biplane with two crew
- Wright R-790 radial engine in the nose
- Observation and training aircraft of the National Guard
A two-crew biplane powered by a single Wright R-790-1 radial engine. It is 8.51 m long with a wingspan of 10.5 m.
Specifications
- The Consolidated O-17 Courier has a length of 8.51 m (28 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.5 m (34 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 190 km/h (118 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
The O-17 first flew in April 1927. It was developed from the Consolidated PT-3: the XO-17 was a converted PT-3 with improved fuselage streamlining, oleo shock absorbers, wheel brakes, balanced elevators and increased fuel capacity.
Variants
The O-17 Courier was a development of the Consolidated PT-3 trainer, and 35 were built.
Where you'll see it
The primary user was the United States National Guard, which flew it as an observation and training aircraft.
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