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Prawn

George Parnall and Company · United Kingdom · Interwar (1919–1938)

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The Parnall Prawn was an unsuccessful experimental flying boat built in the United Kingdom in 1930. Its single engine was fitted on a tilting mounting in the nose, so that the propeller could be kept clear of the water on takeoff and landing. Only one was built.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Civil
Era
Interwar (1919–1938)
Country
United Kingdom
Manufacturer
George Parnall and Company
Produced
1
Engine
1× water-cooled inline
Thrust / Power
65 hp
Length (ft)
18
Wingspan (ft)
28
Max Speed (mph)
100