Engineers Aircraft Corp EAC-1

A lightweight side-by-side two-seat monoplane. Powered by a Wright-built version of the British Gipsy four-cylinder in-line air-cooled engine, an example, N39V, was exhibited at the New York show in 1930, priced at $3,800-5,000.

Folding wings allow storage in a 20 ft x 11 ft space.

In the experimental stage in 1930, the Engineers Aircraft Corp of Stamford, Conn, led by Major Thomas G. Lanphier, aide to Col. Chas. A. Lindbergh, were preparing to go into production.

Engine: Wright-Gipsy, 90-100 hp
Wingspan: 30’0″
Top speed: 120 mph
Cruise: 100 mph
Landing speed: 45 mph
Seats: 2

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