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Spotter's notes
This random air museum by the Grand Canyon had a Convair, and Connie sitting outside. My understanding is, that the Connie is now restored and in flying condition.
Aircraft identity
Registration
N240HH
ICAO Type
CVLT
Model
Convair CV-240
Manufacturer
Convair
Airline
Western Airlines (historic)
Livery
Western Airlines (historic livery)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp radial engines
Thrust
Approx. 2,400 hp (1,790 kW) per engine (piston, not thrust-rated)
Wingspan
28.96 m
Length
21.92 m
Height
8.38 m
MTOW
18,370 kg
Range
1,930 km
Capacity
40 passengers
Cruise Speed
450 km/h
Noise Rating
Approx. 95-100 dB (no ICAO standard applied to piston airliners of its era)