The Fleet biplane trainers came into existence in 1928 as the Consolidated Model 14. It is a civilian trainer loosely based on the military PT-3 and NY-1 trainers. In 1929, Consolidated turned production over to a subsidiary company named after Consolidated’s president Ruben Fleet. All the Fleet models are basically identical with the only difference being the engine installed on each model. The Fleets proved to be very popular trainers throughout the 1930s and into the early 1940s. Approximately 1,250 of all versions were built.
Wingspan
28 ft
Length
20 ft 9 in.
Height
7 ft 10 in.
Weight
1575 lbs (loaded)
Maximum Speed
105 MPH
Service Ceiling
12,200 ft
Range
352 miles
Engine
One Kinner K-5 radial with 110 horsepower
Crew
2
Manufacturer Fleet
Markings Gilpen & Greenway Air Lines, Tucson, Arizona 1934
Designation Model 2
Registration NC605M
Serial Number 181
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