General Aviation

Mcdonnell Douglas A4n

Manufacturer: MCDONNELL DOUGLAS

The Douglas DF was a commercial flying boat produced by the Douglas Aircraft Company, first flown on 24 September 1936. It was the last flying boat built by Douglas and could carry up to 32 passengers or 16 in sleeper cabins. Powered by two 1,000‑hp Wright SGR‑1820G-2 radial engines, it offered a range of 1,500 miles with a full load.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
mcdonnell-douglas-a4n
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
6
Example Registration
N161EM

Specifications

Wingspan
29 m / 95 ft
Length
21.3 m / 69 ft
Height
7.47 m / 24 ft
Max Speed
269 km/h / 167 mph
Cruise Speed
240 km/h / 150 mph
Range
2400 km / 1300 nmi
Ceiling
4400 m / 14300 ft
First Flight
1936
Total Built
4

Variants

  • A4N- 6 registrations - Example N161EM

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