To demonstrate usefulness of design of Davis wing, mock-up of high performance single seat fighter has been constructed of wood; design calls for Allison engine of 1150 hp completely enclosed in fuselage at center of gravity; it connects with propeller by means of 4 1/2 ft extension shaft; fuel capacity for max range of 2500 mi is allowed; wing span 50 ft. (see also Aero Digest v 40 n 3 Mar 1942 p 248-312)
Manta mock-up
Can Aviation
Canadian Aviation ; 15 , n 1
1942
Article (Journal)
English
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