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BS.19 Alca

Aeronautica Bonomi · Sailplane · Italy · Interwar (1919–1938)

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The Bonomi BS.19 Alca was a single seat, tractor configuration motor glider, designed and built in Italy shortly before World War II. It had an unusual retractable undercarriage used only for take-offs. Only one was built.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Sailplane
Domain
Civil
Era
Interwar (1919–1938)
Country
Italy
Manufacturer
Aeronautica Bonomi
Service Entry
1936
Produced
1
Engine
1× flat twin
Thrust / Power
20 hp
Length (ft)
23
Wingspan (ft)
48
Empty Weight (lb)
441
MTOW (lb)
617
Max Speed (mph)
75