Neilson Golden Bear
Neilson Steel Aircraft Co. · United States · first flew 1929 · light aircraft
The Neilson NC-1 Golden Bear, also known as the Neilson Coach, was an American three-place, high-wing cabin aircraft flown in 1929.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.84 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- High-wing cabin monoplane
- Seven-cylinder radial engine
- Three-place cabin: pilot and two passengers
Look for a high-wing cabin monoplane with a single radial engine and room for two passengers.
Specifications
- The Neilson Golden Bear has a length of 8.84 m (29 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 11.28 m (37 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 217 km/h (135 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
It was designed by R. F. Korman and powered by a seven-cylinder radial engine.
Variants
There were no variants: only one was built.
Where you'll see it
It did not go into production.
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