The Model 18 is a slightly enlarged Model 14 Super Electra designed to compete with the Douglas DC-3. While the Lodestar was relatively successful in airline service it never quite met the expectation placed on it. In part this was due to the U.S. military impressing many of the aircraft into military service with the outbreak of World War II. The R5O-5 was identical to the civil version of the aircraft and were used as 14-seat transports by the U. S. Navy. After the war, most of these aircraft found their way back to civilian hands.
Wingspan
65 ft 6 in.
Length
49 ft 10 in.
Height
11 ft 10 in.
Weight
17,500 lbs (loaded)
Maximum Speed
218 MPH
Service Ceiling
20,400 ft
Range
1,800 miles
Engines
Two Wright R-1820-40 radial engines with 1,200 horsepower each
Crew
2 with 14 passengers
Manufacturer Lockheed
Markings None, in storage awaiting restoration
Designation Model 18
Registration N9200H, ZS-DAX, SA-AAF, N15A
Serial Number 12481
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