Lockheed Electra
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Revision as of 16:19, 16 April 2010
The Lockheed Electra is an early aircraft in av8.
It is not to be confused with the later Lockheed L-188, also known as the 'Electra'.
Stats
| Introduction | 1934 |
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| Withdrawal | 1964 |
| Aircraft Type | Small |
| Cruising Speed | 193mph |
| Capacity | 10 pax & 10 mail, or 20 crates of goods |
Information
The Lockheed Electra was one of a new generation of fast, long range aircraft used by trans-continental airlines in the USA. It was a favourite of explorer and aviation pioneer as Amelia Earhart, and it was an Electra which brought the news reel about the Hindenburg to Britain.
