Pitcairn PA-2 Sesquiwing
Pitcairn · United States · first flew 1926 · light aircraft
The Pitcairn PA-2 Sesquiwing "Arrow" is an early biplane designed for air racing and commercial airmail service.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.86 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Sesquiplane with a shorter lower wing
- Single Curtiss C-6 engine
- Pilot plus two passengers
The lower wing is much shorter than the upper wing (about 24 ft 8 in against 32 ft). It is powered by a 160 hp Curtiss C-6 engine.
Specifications
- The Pitcairn PA-2 Sesquiwing has a length of 6.86 m (23 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9.75 m (32 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 233 km/h (145 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
It was designed by Agnew E. Larson and first flew in 1926.
Variants
The PA-2 was designed for both air racing and commercial airmail work.
Where you'll see it
It was introduced in 1926. A model of a 1926 PA-2 is displayed at the EAA AirVenture Museum.
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