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Gossamer Condor

AeroVironment · experimental aircraft · United States · Cold War (1970–1991)

Gossamer Condor — experimental aircraft
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The MacCready Gossamer Condor was the first human-powered aircraft capable of controlled and sustained flight; as such, it won the Kremer prize in 1977. Its design was led by Paul MacCready of AeroVironment, Inc.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Experimental
Domain
Civil
Era
Cold War (1970–1991)
Country
United States
Manufacturer
AeroVironment
Primary Role
experimental aircraft
Status
On display
Service Entry
1976
Produced
1
Engine
Human
Length (ft)
30
Wingspan (ft)
96
Empty Weight (lb)
70