Pitcairn XO-61

The Pitcairn XO-61 was an American autogyro designed by Pitcairn Aircraft. One of the last autogyros produced in competition with the Kellett YO-60 and the Sikorsky R-4 it fell victim to cooling problems with its rear-mounted engine and the coming of the helicopter with its ability to hover. Also known by the company model number PA-44 and the contract designation MX-157 the contract for the XO-61 was taken over by G&A Aircraft upon G&A's acquisition of Pitcairn Aircraft.

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Made by Pitcairn Aircraft Company.

The Pitcairn XO-61 was an American autogyro designed by Pitcairn Aircraft.2
Primary user
United States Army Air Forces
Lists
* List of helicopters* List of military aircraft of the United States
Manufacturer
Pitcairn Aircraft Company
Similar Aircraft
* Kellett YO-60* Sikorsky R-4
National Origin
United States
Category
Abandoned military aircraft projects of the United States
Autogyros
Pitcairn aircraft
United States military reconnaissance aircraft 1940-1949

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