Swanson-Fahlin SF-1
Swanson-Fahlin · United States · first flew 1934 · light aircraft
The Swanson-Fahlin SF-1 was a high-wing, two-seat cabin aircraft with a small radial engine, designed in the United States and first flown in 1934.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.65 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- High-wing two-seat cabin monoplane
- Seven-cylinder geared radial engine
- Side-by-side seating
Look for a small high-wing cabin monoplane with side-by-side seats and a geared radial engine.
Specifications
- The Swanson-Fahlin SF-1 has a length of 6.65 m (22 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 8.53 m (28 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 214 km/h (133 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
It was designed by Swen Swanson and Ole Fahlin and developed from the Swanson Coupe. It was shown with a Pobjoy engine.
Variants
The Swanson-Fahlin SF-2 was a related variant.
Where you'll see it
Only one example of the SF-1 was built.
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