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Designation: 14-13-2

Bellanca 14-13-2

Bellanca Model 14-13-2 Cruisair Senior

A picture of the Bellanca Model 14-13-2 Cruisair Senior

Based on the earlier Model 14-12, the Cruisair Senior was first shown to the public in 1946.  The Cruisair’s main selling point was relatively high performance with a lower-powered engine at a reasonable cost.  The Bellanca company built approximately 600 Cruisair Seniors of various models.  The model 14-13-2 entered production in 1947 and was built up until late 1948.  Although relatively few were built, the Cruisair has been popular with pilots who appreciate its low operating costs, good performance, and the extremely strong wing structure.

Wingspan 34 ft 2 in.

Wingspan

Length 21 ft 4 in.

Length

Height 6 ft 3 in.

Height

Weight 2,150 lbs (loaded)

Weight

Max. Speed 165 MPH

Maximum Speed

Service Ceiling 16,000 ft

Service Ceiling

Range 600 miles

Range

Engines One Franklin 6A4-335-B3 engine with 150 horsepower

Engine

Crew 1 pilot and 3 passengers

Crew


Manufacturer
Bellanca

Markings
Carlos Ramirez Company, Mexico City, Mexico

Designation
14-13-2

Registration
XB-FOU

Serial Number
1551