The Lockheed L-1049 Super Constellation is an American aircraft, a member of the Lockheed Constellation aircraft line. The L-1049 was Lockheed's response to the successful Douglas DC-6 airliner, first flying in 1950. The aircraft was also produced for both the United States Navy and Air Force as transport, electronics, and airborne early warning and control aircraft.
Specifications
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 48.5ft (14.8m)
- Length 48.2ft (14.7m)
- Height 11.6ft (3.5m)
- Empty Weight 11,241lbs (5,099kg)
- Loaded Weight 12,757lbs (5,786kg)
Performance
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.627
- Wing Loading 31.8lbs/ft2 (155.2kg/m2)
- Wing Area 401.3ft2 (37.3m2)
- Drag Points 5110
Parts
- Number of Parts 47
- Control Surfaces 7
- Performance Cost 404
