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Hughes H-4 Hercules

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AKA the "Spruce Goose" (despite the fact it's actually made of birch). It's the largest flying boat ever built. The aircraft only made one flight on November 2, 1947. Always start from water takeoff. It also carries a lot of fuel, so don't worry about running out.

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 80.1ft (24.4m)
  • Length 66.4ft (20.3m)
  • Height 21.6ft (6.6m)
  • Empty Weight 15,637lbs (7,092kg)
  • Loaded Weight 20,054lbs (9,096kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.199
  • Wing Loading 14.6lbs/ft2 (71.3kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 1,374.0ft2 (127.6m2)
  • Drag Points 8716

Parts

  • Number of Parts 483
  • Control Surfaces 8
  • Performance Cost 1,189