Alberto Santos-Dumont was a Brazilian aristocrat who
designed several aircraft while living in Paris, France. His Model 14bis
design made the first official powered flight in Europe in September
1906. At least three replicas have been built, all of which are
airworthy.
Unregistered
France
Single seat light aircraft first flown in 1906
Engine: 50hp(37kW) Antoinette V8
Length: 31’10"(9.7m)
Height: 11’2"(3.4m)Wingspan: 36’9"(11.2m)
No.built: 1 Range:1mile(1.6km)
Cruising speed: 20mph(32kmh) Empty weight: 400lb(181kg)
Maximum take-off weight: 661lb(299kg) |