Armand Deperdussin founded SPAD (Societe Pour les
Appareils Deperdussin) in 1910. Among the earliest designs was the Model
A which was variously powered by the Anzani, 50hp Clerget and 50hp
Gnome. The example illustrated is maintained in airworthy condition by
the Shuttleworth Trust.
G-AANH
c/n 43
France
Single seat light aircraft first flown in 1910
Engine: 35hp(26kW) Anzani Y
Length: 19’7"(5.97m)
Height: 6’0"(1.82m)Wingspan: 24’1"(7.34m)
No.built:5* Range: 30miles(48km)
Cruising speed: 40mph(64kmh) Empty weight:648lb(280kg)
Maximum take-off weight: 926lb(400kg)
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