
Lockheed Model 10 Electra | |
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Země | SPOJENÉ STÁTY |
Roli | Lehké dopravní letadlo |
První let | 23. února 1934 |
Postaven | 149 |
Tá Lockheed Model 10 Electra je americké dvoumotorové celokovové jednoplošné dopravní letadlo vyvinuté společností Lockheed Aircraft Corporation ve 30. letech 20. století, aby konkurovalo letounům Boeing 247 a Douglas DC-2. Tento typ získal značnou slávu, když s ním v roce 1937 letěla Amelia Earhartová na své nešťastné expedici kolem světa.
Lockheed 10-A Electra Walk Around | |
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Photographers | Mike Burton |
Localisation | Western Aerospace Museum, Oakland CA |
Photos | 85 |

Viz také:
Tá Lockheed Model 10 Electra played a significant role in the development of commercial aviation. It was known for its speed, comfort, and reliability. However, its limited passenger capacity (10 passengers) made it less attractive to airlines compared to larger aircraft like the Douglas DC-3. Despite this, the Electra found success in other roles, such as military transport, private aviation, and record-setting flights. One of the most famous Electras was the one flown by Amelia Earhart on her ill-fated around-the-world flight in 1937. The Lockheed Model 10 Electra’s innovative design and technological advancements paved the way for future generations of aircraft, solidifying Lockheed’s reputation as a leader in aviation innovation.
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