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HU-16 Albatross model airplane |
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with the Grumman Goose, which served throughout World War II with great
reliability, prompted the US Navy to procure a somewhat larger amphibian
with greater range capability. In 1944 the company initiated design of
its Grumman G-64 aircraft, which was to be named Albatross. The prototype
ordered by the US Navy for service as a utility aircraft flew for the first
time on October 24, 1947. Accommodation was provided for a crew of four
and the cabin could accommodate 10 passengers, stretchers, or cargo, according
to requirements. An improved version entered service in 1957, getting the
HU-16 designation in 1962. The aircraft saw service with the US Air Force,
US Coast Guard, and US Navy. The versatile Albatross continues in service
with a few air forces and navies, but although popular with military operators,
the Albatross was not economical enough to attract much civil interest.
This was largely due to the plane being considered somewhat overpowered--
though there are those of us who would argue that there is no such thing
as overpowered! This general-purpose amphibian was powered by two 1,425-hp
Wright R-1820-76A or -76B Cyclone 9-cylinder radial piston engines, with
a maximum speed of 236 mph; cruising speed of 150 mph; service ceiling
of 21,500 feet; and range with maximum internal and external fuel of 2,850
miles. |
#AM080-AR
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#C2872W3W
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All airplane models are Hand Carved, Hand Painted
Mahogany and come fully assembled with removable desk stand. |
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Dimensions: Wingspan, 22 1/2" -Length, 14
1/2" -Scale, 1/52
#AM080-AR (USN version) - $119.95
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Dimensions: Wingspan 18" -Length, 12" -Scale,
1/72
#C2872W3W (USCG version) - $119.95
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