Curtiss SNC Falcon

Curtiss SNC picture
The SNC was developed from the Curtiss CW-21 Demon to provide the U.S. Navy with an interim trainer.
Additional information on this aircraft can be found at Wikipedia here.
 (updated February 2009)

Curtiss SNC Falcon 

Type:		advanced multi-role trainer
Crew:		2
Armament:	none

Specifications:
	Length:        	26' 6" (8.08 m)
	Height:        	7' 6" (2.29 m)
	Wingspan:      	35' 0" (10.67 m)
	Wing area:	174.3 sq. ft (16.19 sq. m)
	Empty Weight:  	2610 lb (1184 kg)
	Max Weight: 	3626 lb (1645 kg) max at takeoff

Propulsion:
	No. of Engines:	1
	Powerplant:    	Wright R-975-E3 Whirlwind 9 radial
	Horsepower:	420 hp

Performance:
	Range:		515 miles (829 km)
	Cruise Speed:   195 mph ( 314 km/h) at 2500 ft
	Max Speed:      201 mph ( 323 km/h)
	Ceiling:       	21,900 ft (6675 m)

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