L-5 Minnesota Wing
Description:
Another of the great versatile aircraft of World War II is the fabric covered L-5 Sentinel. This unarmed aircraft was often used for observation, spotting and transporting personnel. It's slow landing speed made it capable of literally landing and taking off from almost anywhere. For that reason, it was one of the very popular aircraft and saw many additional roles, such as air ambulance and search and rescue.
Base:
South St. Paul, MN
Website:
| L-5 Specs | |
|---|---|
| Role | Liason |
| Manufacturer | Stinson |
| Produced | 1942–1945 |
| Power | 1 × Lycoming O-435-1, 185hp |
| Length | 24 ft 1 in |
| Height | 7 ft 11 in |
| Wingspan | 34 ft 0 in |
| Range | 375 sm |
Another of the great versatile aircraft of World War II is the fabric covered L-5 Sentinel. This unarmed aircraft was often used for observation, spotting and transporting personnel. It's slow landing speed made it capable of literally landing and taking off from almost anywhere. For that reason, it was one of the very popular aircraft and saw many additional roles, such as air ambulance and search and rescue.
