1906 Santos Dumont 14-bis

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General characteristics define the aircraft's identity. The crew consists of a single skilled pilot who commands the vessel. The overall length measures 9.60 meters, equivalent to 31 feet and 10 inches. The wingspan stretches out 11.46 meters, which is equal to 36 feet and 9 inches. A height of 3.75 meters is notable, translating to 11 feet and 2 inches. The wing area encompasses a generous 52 square meters or 560 square feet. Upon loading, the weight reaches 290 kilograms or 661 pounds. A single Antoinette 8V V-8 piston engine provides power, delivering an impressive 37 kilowatts or 50 horsepower. Performance capabilities are where this aircraft truly shines. The top speed is a remarkable 40 kilometers per hour, which equates to 25 miles per hour or 21 knots. An astonishing range of 220 meters has been demonstrated during flight tests. Wing loading is calculated at an impressive 5.7 kilograms per square meter, equivalent to 1.2 pounds per square foot. Power-to-mass ratio stands at a respectable 0.12 kilowatts per kilogram or 0.075 horsepower per pound.