Ryan S-C
Ryan Aeronautical Company · United States · first flew 1937 · light aircraft
The Ryan S-C (Sports-Coupe or Sport Cabin) was an American three-seat cabin monoplane designed and built by the Ryan Aeronautical Company.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.73 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Three-seat cabin monoplane
- Low-wing layout
- Single radial engine in the nose
A cabin monoplane powered by a 145 hp Warner Super Scarab radial engine.
Specifications
- The Ryan S-C has a length of 7.73 m (25 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 11.43 m (37 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 241 km/h (150 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
It first flew in 1937, and 13 were built.
Variants
The S-C-W production model had a 145 hp Warner Super Scarab radial.
Where you'll see it
At least one was impressed into service with the United States Army Air Forces as the L-10.
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