Fairchild pt-19 “Cornell” The first design of the PT-19 series was flown in 1939, after winning a design competition over 17 other aircraft. It became the first training plane flown by many Army Air Corps pilot trainees. This trainer was docile enough to allow students to get up to their solo stage of flight before being turned loose in the larger and more maneuverable Stearman PT-17. The engines used in the PT-19 planes were in short supply, so a larger 220 HP Continental engine was procured, and the plane was designated the PT-23. Ultimately, yet another engine was used to produce the PT-26. This final version was dubbed the “Cornell” designated by the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan. Today, all versions of this aircraft are generally referred to as the “Cornell”.
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SPECIFICATIONS: Country of Manufacture: U.S.A Manufacturer: Fairchild Aircraft Engine: Ranger L-440-3 Horsepower: 200 hp Empty Weight: 1,845 pounds Max Weight: 2,545 pounds Max Speed: 132 mph Ceiling: 15,300 feet Range: 400 miles Crew: Two