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Stearman C3

Stearman Aircraft · United States · Interwar (1919–1938)

Stearman C3 — Fixed Wing
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The Stearman C3 was an American-built civil biplane aircraft of the 1920s, designed by Stearman Aircraft of Wichita, Kansas. It was also the first Stearman aircraft to receive a type certificate.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Civil
Era
Interwar (1919–1938)
Country
United States
Manufacturer
Stearman Aircraft
Operator
air mail and commercial companies
Status
5
Service Entry
1927
Produced
179
Engine
Wright J5
Thrust / Power
220 hp
Length (ft)
24
Wingspan (ft)
35
Empty Weight (lb)
1650
MTOW (lb)
2650
Range (mi)
620
Max Speed (mph)
126