Douglas Dolphin
(also: C-21, C-26, OA-, RD-)

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The Dolphin was introduced in 1930 by the Douglas company, and examples were eventually ordered by all the U.S. armed forces, with the first aircraft going to the U.S. Coast Guard. The Dolphins were used for transport and rescue duties, as well as security patrols along the U.S. coastline. Dolphins were recognizable by a aerofoil structure above the engines that was used to provide bracing for the two engines.

Additional information on this aircraft can be found at Wikipedia here.
(updated February 2009)
 

Douglas Dolphin

Type:		amphibian flying boat
Crew:		2, with 6 passengers
Armament: 	none

Specifications:
	Length:        	45' 1" (13.74 m)
	Height:        	14' 0" (4.27 m)
	Wingspan:      	60' 0" (18.29 m)
	Wing area:	592 sq. ft (55.00 sq. m)
	Empty Weight:  	7000 lb (3175 kg)
	Max Weight: 	9530 lb (4323 kg) max at takeoff

Propulsion:
	No. of Engines:	2
	Powerplant:    	Pratt & Whitney R-1340-96 Wasp radial
	Horsepower:	450 hp each

Performance:
	Range:		720 miles (1159 km)
	Cruise Speed:   135 mph ( 217 km/h)
	Max Speed:      156 mph ( 251 km/h) at 9000 ft
	Ceiling:       	17,000 ft (5180 m)

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