Widerøe C.5 Polar
Widerøes Flyveselskap · Norway · first flew 1948 · light aircraft
The Widerøe C.5 Polar, sometimes called the Hønningstad C.5 Polar, was a Norwegian general-purpose land or floatplane built by Widerøes Flyveselskap.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.99 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Braced high-wing monoplane
- Operated on floats, skis or wheels
- Enclosed cabin for a pilot and up to five passengers
A braced high-wing monoplane with an enclosed cabin and a radial engine, often seen on floats or skis.
Specifications
- The Widerøe C.5 Polar has a length of 8.99 m (29 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 13.72 m (45 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 232 km/h (144 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
The Norwegian airline Widerøe decided in the late 1940s to design and build a general-purpose aircraft for its own use, building it in the airline's own workshops. The first C.5 Polar was built and flown in 1948.
Variants
The C.5 Polar could be operated on floats, skis or wheels. The landplane version was powered by a 450 hp Pratt & Whitney R-985 Wasp Junior radial.
Where you'll see it
A small number entered service with the Widerøe airline. The passenger seats were removable so the aircraft could carry freight or serve as an air ambulance.
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