Ferguson Monoplane
J.B. Ferguson and Company · United Kingdom · first flew 1909 · light aircraft
The Ferguson monoplane was the first Irish heavier-than-air craft to fly. Harry Ferguson designed it and his brother's company, J.B. Ferguson and Company of Belfast, built it.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 9.14 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Two-seat high-wing monoplane
- Single J.A.P. piston engine of 35 hp
- Built in Belfast to Harry Ferguson design
Look for an early two-seat high-wing monoplane with a single J.A.P. engine.
Specifications
- The Ferguson Monoplane has a length of 9.14 m (30 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.36 m (34 ft).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Ferguson first flew it on 31 December 1909, the first flight of an Irish heavier-than-air craft. It was powered by a 35 hp J.A.P. piston engine.
Variants
Only one was built, so there were no other versions.
Where you'll see it
The monoplane was flown during 1910, including one flight of 2.5 miles (4 km). It was badly damaged in a heavy landing in December 1910.
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