Introduction
Sikorsky S-38 is an twin engined eight-seater American aircraft which is capable of landing and takeoff from water bodies. This aircraft was mainly used by Pan American Airways and US army. This aircraft is also known as flying boat.
Its first flight was on May 25, 1928 and was introduced in the market in October 1928. One unit cost if this aircraft was $37,000/-
Development
This aircraft was developed from S-34 and S-36. Built by Sikorsky Aviation Corporation. It has many variants.
S-38A
S-38B
S-38C
This aircraft has maximum speed of 200 km/h and has a cruise speed of 175 km/h. The range of this aircraft is 970 km.
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