AT-6G Red Tail Central Texas Wing
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One of the most important advanced pilot trainer aircraft of World War II was the North American AT-6. The aircraft was so popular and well-regarded that several military branches used it during the war. The AT-6 was originally built by North American Aviation and is equipped with a 600 HP Pratt & Whitney R-1340-AN1 radial engine, a variable-pitch propeller, and retractable main landing gear. It can also be fitted with machine guns and bomb racks for use in gunnery and attack training. A... Read more
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Central Texas Wing
San Marcos, TX
San Marcos, TX
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| AT-6G Specs | |
|---|---|
| Role | Trainer |
| Manufacturer | North American Aviation |
| Introduced | 1935 |
| Produced | 15,495 |
| Length | 8.8 m |
| Height | 3.5 m |
| Wingspan | 12.9 m |
| Range | 1,173 km |
One of the most important advanced pilot trainer aircraft of World War II was the North American AT-6. The aircraft was so popular and well-regarded that several military branches used it during the war. The AT-6 was originally built by North American Aviation and is equipped with a 600 HP Pratt & Whitney R-1340-AN1 radial engine, a variable-pitch propeller, and retractable main landing gear. It can also be fitted with machine guns and bomb racks for use in gunnery and attack training. A significantly more advanced and challenging airplane than the BT-13, pilots who earned their wings on this remarkable aircraft progressed to learning how to fly the fighter or bomber they would likely use in combat.
