FI / Finland
Lisää toivelistalle
| Tuotekoodi: | 82391 |
|---|---|
| Numero: | G1000823910 |
| Valtio: | Yhdysvallat |
| Lentokoneen käyttövoima: | Potkuri |
| Tuotemerkki: | Heller |
Developed from the L-749, the L-1049 Super Constellation first appeared
in 1950. The transformation undergone by the L-749 was the longest
extension ever made to a propeller airliner. The insertion of fuselage
sections increased the length by 5,59 m. Other important modi?cations
were the complete reinforcement of the airframe and the ?tting of
rectangular portholes, the increase of tank capacity and the
installation of new engines. The first L-1049 was put in service on
December 15th, 1951 by Eastern. TWA and Eastern Air Lines had the
largest fleets of „Super Connie“ aircraft.
