Sikorsky S-33 Messenger
| Sikorsky S-33 Messenger | |
|---|---|
| |
| Role | Racer/Utility |
| National origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| Number built | 2 |
The Sikorsky S-33 Messenger was a American two-seat sesqiuplane designed and built by the Sikorsky Manufacturing Corporation in 1925.
The first of two examples built participated in the Sixth Pulitzer Trophy Race at Mitchel Field, Long Island, New York on October 12, 1925 and was piloted by Al Krapish, an employee of Sikorsky.[1]
Specifications
Data from Aerofiles[2]
General characteristics
- Crew: Two
- Length: 18 ft 0 in (5.49 m)
- Wingspan: 32 ft 0 in (9.75 m)
- Wing area: 160.4 sq ft (14.90 m2)
- Empty weight: 882 lb (400 kg)
- Gross weight: 1,389 lb (630 kg)
- Powerplant: 1 × Wright “Gale”- Lawrance L-4 3-cylinder radial, 60 hp (45 kW)
Performance
- Maximum speed: 103 mph (166 km/h, 90 kn)
- Range: 400 mi (640 km, 350 nmi)
- Service ceiling: 15,000 ft (4,600 m)
References
- ^ "Sikorsky S-33 Messenger". all-aero.com. 2016. Retrieved 31 July 2016.
- ^ "Sikorsky". aerofiles.com. Retrieved 31 July 2016.
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