Various characteristics and influences affecting weight of aircraft with review of possible development with increased size; correct balancing of weight and resistance for maximum efficiency; safety factors; airplane materials; weight saving on fuel and oil tanks, pipe lines and wheels; weight per horsepower; effect of size on engine weight; range and weight. (Aircraft Engr. Sec.) (Abstract) (See also Roy. Aeronautical Soc. -- Jl vol. 33, no. 220, Apr. 1929 pp. 239-258, 14 figs (discussion) p 259-268, 14 figs)


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    Title :

    Weight of aircraft


    Additional title:

    Flight


    Contributors:

    Published in:

    Flight ; 20 , n 52


    Publication date :

    1928


    Size :

    2 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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