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Fleetwings Inc. of Bristol, Pennsylvania was founded
in 1930 and specialized in parts production for larger manufacturers as
well as stainless steel welding for general engineering. In 1936 the
company built one example of the F-4 Sea Bird amphibian powered by a
225hp(167kW) Jacobs engine. This was followed by the higher powered F-5
Sea Bird which featured a stainless steel hull. The company also built
25 examples of the Fleetwings BT-12 two seat basic trainer for the USAAF
in 1942/43. One example of the Model F-5 remains in airworthy condition.
NC16793
c/n 1
USA
4 seat amphibian first flown in 1936
Engine: 285hp(212kW) Jacobs L-5
Length: 32’0"(9.74m)
Height: 12’6"(3.8m)Wingspan: 40’6"(12.33m)
No.built: 5 Range: 540miles(866km)
Cruising speed: 135mph(216kmh) Empty weight: 2450lb(1112kg)
Maximum take-off weight: 3750lb(1702kg)
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