AmericanCertified · Fixed-wing · United States
A-1
- Seats
- 2 2
- Power
- 108 hp81 kW
- Cruise
- 109 kt201 km/h
- US register
- 4 aircraft4 aircraft
About the A-1
The American A-1 is a fixed-wing, type-certificated aircraft equipped with a single engine and seating for three individuals. Its traditional layout accommodates a pilot and passengers in a compact configuration intended for general utility flying.
The underlying lineage traces back to a light two-seat family originally conceptualized for kit construction before transitioning into a fully certified production program. Early iterations explored folding wing mechanisms intended to simplify ground transport and hangar storage, although regulatory hesitation and corporate restructuring ultimately redirected the path of the manufacturing enterprise.
Engines fitted
2 aircraft| Engine | Power | Share of fleet | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright CURTISS | 90 hp | 1 | |
| Continental W-670 | 220 hp | 1 |
This page covers the American A-1-50, A-1-70, A-1-70G: the same aircraft under other designations.
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