Swallow Aircraft Dole Racer / Dallas Spirit

Swallow Dole Racer NX941

In 1927 Swallow built the Irl Beach designed two-place Dallas Spirit NX941 for the Dole Race, piloted by William P Erwin. It failed to compete, but took-off two days later as a search plane and was itself lost at sea.

Swallow Dole Racer NX941

Engine: 225hp Wright J-5
Wingspan: 48’0″
Max speed: 126 mph
Cruise: 105 moh
Stall: 45 mph
Seats: 2

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