Curtiss HA

The Curtiss HA (sometimes Dunkirk Fighter) was an American biplane seaplane designed by Captain B.L. Smith of the United States Marine Corps and built by Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company.

Curtiss Hawk family, a naval version of the P-1. Some on floats, some with radial engines, other with in-line engines...1
Glenn Curtiss ha sorvolare il fiume Hudson in il suo Albany Flyer. Effettuando in 2h51min i 245 km che separano Albany e New York.2

Made by Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company.

land-based Curtiss Hawk, but an all-new design, specifically for shipboard use. 18 were built, all production aircraft being used by the USMC.3
As Curtiss had been relying on the Admiralty for financing, this created an immediate financial need.4
Empty Weight Lb
2946
Wing Area Sqm
46
Designer
B.L. Smith
Eng 1 Type
Liberty L-12
Max Speed Mph
118
Span In
Gross Weight Lb
3907
Span Ft
42
Number Built
6
Crew
2
Climb Rate Ftmin
790
Empty Weight Kg
1336
Gross Weight Kg
1772
Armament
4
Height In
5
Climb Rate Ms
4
Manufacturer
Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company
First Flight
21
Max Speed Kmh
190
Height Ft
11
Origin
United States
National Origin
United States
Wing Area Sqft
490
Met Or Eng
eng
Span M
13
Length Ft
30
Height M
3
Eng 1 Hp
360
Eng 1 Number
1
Length In
9
Length M
9
Category
Biplane aircraft
Curtiss aircraft
Propeller aircraft
Single-engine aircraft
United States fighter aircraft 1910-1919

5 tips to help with your fear of flying

This article provides individuals with tools to overcome or at least manage a fear of flying. Flying can be an enjoyable experience if anxiety is not an issue.