Lockheed C-69 (L-049) Constellation

A picture of the Lockheed C-69 Constellation

The Lockheed Constellation is widely regarded as one of the best of the post-World War II piston-engine airliners. Originally designed in 1939 for Trans World Airline the first “Connies” flew in 1942. The first aircraft were impressed by the Army Air Forces during World War II and saw brief service as passenger transports. These aircraft were returned to the airlines after the war and along with over 800 other Constellations saw service with most of the world’s major airlines well into the 1960s.

Wingspan	123 ft
Length	95 ft 2 in.
Height	23 ft 8 in.
Weight	72,000 lbs (loaded)
Maximum Speed	330 MPH
Service Ceiling	25,000 ft
Range	2,400 miles
Engines	Four Wright R3350-35 with 2,200 horsepower each
Crew	6 with 44-81 passengers

Manufacturer
Lockheed

Markings
Trans World Airline, 1950

Designation
C-69

Registration
N90831

Serial Number
42-94549