Elias EC-1 Aircoupe
Elias · United States · first flew 1928 · light aircraft
The Elias EC-1 Aircoupe was an American two-seat parasol wing monoplane designed and built by Elias of Buffalo, New York. It was designed by Joseph Cato.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.38 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Parasol-wing monoplane
- Open cockpit with a removable cabin enclosure
- Anzani six-cylinder two-row radial engine
A parasol monoplane that could be flown either open as the Airsport or with a cabin enclosure fitted.
Specifications
- The Elias EC-1 Aircoupe has a length of 6.38 m (21 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 8.59 m (28 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 140 km/h (87 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
It first flew in 1928 with an 80 hp Anzani engine. It had an open cockpit with a removable cabin enclosure.
Variants
The aircraft was known as the Airsport when flown without the cabin enclosure. It was also available with a 100 hp Kinner K-5 engine.
Where you'll see it
One prototype is known, though more may have been produced.
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