Waco 10

Waco 10
Country	USA
Role	Light passenger transport
First flight	1927
Built	Unknow

The Waco 10/GXE/Waco O series was a range of three-seat open-cockpit biplanes built by the Advance Aircraft Company, later the Waco Aircraft Company.

Source: Waco 10 on Wikipedia

Waco UPF-7 Walk Around
Photographer	Vladimir Yakubov
Localisation	Hiller Air Museum, San Carlos, CA
Photos	41

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Waco GXE Walk Around
Photographer	Vladimir Yakubov
Localisation	Museum of Flying, Santa Monica, CA
Photos	76

General Characteristics and Role

The WACO GXE was one of the many models produced by the Weaver Aircraft Company (WACO) in the late 1920s, a golden age for American civil aviation. The GXE was a variant of the famous WACO ‘F’ series and is sometimes associated with the more advanced WACO Taperwing models, known for their distinctive wing design that tapered in chord and thickness. This three-seat biplane was primarily designed for the burgeoning post-WWI commercial market, serving as a reliable aircraft for sport flying, small-scale airmail delivery, and carrying passengers on short-haul “barnstorming” and commuter flights. The rugged design, excellent handling characteristics, and reliable power made it a favorite among private owners and small operators.

Property	Typical Value (WACO GXE)
Type	Three-Seat (Tandem) Biplane / Sport and Utility
National Origin	United States
Manufacturer	WACO Aircraft Company
Entered Service (Approx.)	Late 1920s (c. 1928-1929)
Crew	1 (Pilot)
Passenger Capacity	2
Max Takeoff Weight	Approx. 975 kg (2,150 lb)
Wingspan	Approx. 9.14 m (30 ft 0 in)

Powerplant and Design

Engine: 1 x Wright J-5 Whirlwind seven-cylinder radial engine.
Engine Power: 220 hp (164 kW).
Maximum Speed: Approx. 209 km/h (130 mph).
Cruising Speed: Approx. 177 km/h (110 mph).
Range: Approx. 724 km (450 miles).
Fuselage: Steel tube structure with fabric covering.
Landing Gear: Fixed tail-skid undercarriage.
GXE Distinction: The ‘E’ often signifies the use of the powerful and highly reliable Wright J-5 engine, which was the same engine used in Charles Lindbergh’s ‘Spirit of St. Louis.’

Service History and Legacy

Commercial Success: The WACO company was one of the largest and most successful commercial aircraft manufacturers of its era, known for its focus on the civilian market rather than military contracts.
Versatility: WACO biplanes like the GXE were highly versatile, used for everything from crop dusting to establishing early commercial flight routes.
Taperwing Line: The distinctive Taperwing design (which the GXE was related to) gave WACO a reputation for producing high-performance, aesthetically pleasing biplanes.
Endurance Record: Many WACO models were involved in numerous air races and endurance records, bolstering the company’s reputation for quality.
Collector’s Item: Today, surviving examples of early WACO biplanes, including the Taperwing lineage, are highly prized collector’s items and are popular at antique aircraft fly-ins.