A Vultee BT-13 Valiant, a classic WWII US trainer, captured moments after takeoff, showcasing its colorful vintage livery.
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A Vultee BT-13 Valiant, a classic WWII US trainer, captured moments after takeoff, showcasing its colorful vintage livery.
Aircraft identity
Registration
21779
ICAO Type
BT13
Model
BT-13 Valiant
Manufacturer
Vultee
Livery
WWII US Army Air Forces training colors, blue and yellow with striped rudder
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney R-985 Wasp Junior radial
Wingspan
13.1 meters
Length
8.5 meters
Height
3.3 meters
MTOW
2050 kilograms
Range
740 kilometers
Capacity
2 (pilot instructor)
Cruise Speed
200 kilometers per hour
Location
Airport Code
LHV/KLHV
Airport Name
William T. Piper Memorial Airport
Runway
27R
Camera
Device
Cannon EOS RP
Lens
100-500mm