A rare sight: Northrop N-9M Flying Wing banking in the sky, representing pioneering experimental aircraft design.
© shaydis13
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Spotter's notes
Northrop N-9M Flying Wing from the Planes of Fame in Chino CA. Unfortunately crashed a few years ago, with the loss of the pilot.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
N9MB
Model
N-9M Flying Wing
Manufacturer
Northrop
Livery
Yellow experimental scheme with USAAF roundel
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
2 × Menasco C6S-4 Inline piston engines
Thrust
Approx. 260 hp (194 kW) each
Wingspan
18.3 m
Length
5.49 m
Height
1.83 m
MTOW
3,084 kg
Range
1,125 km
Capacity
1 (pilot only)
Cruise Speed
308 km/h
Noise Rating
N/A (pre-noise certification)
Location
Airport Code
CNO/KCNO
Airport Name
Chino Airport
Camera
Device
Nikon D800
Lens
200-500mm