S-10, I.I.Sikorsky

20k b/w S-10 from "History of aircraft construction in the USSR" by V.B.Shavrov, Vol.1 p.95;
20k b/w S-10 with Argus engine, from "History of aircraft construction in the USSR" by V.B.Shavrov, Vol.1 p.95;

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esignation S-10 was used for 16 similar airplanes, closely resembling the S-6. S-10 had less powerful engine and generally weaker structure. Two seats were placed side-by-side, and controls could be moved between crew members.
On airplane contest in 1913 this aircraft piloted by G.V.Alekhnovich set Russian record : 500km non-stop flight, staying airborne for 4h56min and 12 seconds. S-10 won the contest, despite as military aircraft it was weaker than S-6A and S-6B, slower and less maneuverable. Its payload 45-48% of aircraft weight was exceptional.
Following year this aircraft was rebuilt for 100hp Gnome Monosaupape engine, and smaller wing. Two S-10 were powered by 100hp Argus engine.
Sources:
  • "History of aircraft construction in the USSR" by V.B.Shavrov, Vol.1 p.94-95;
    		• Technical data
    Type S-10 GnomeS-10 Argus
    Function Reconnaissance
    Year 1913
    Crew 3?
    Engines 1*80hp Gnome 1*100hp Argus
    Length 8.0m-
    Wing Span 16.9m/12.0m 13.7m/8.8m
    Wing Area 46.0m2 35.5m2
    Empty weight 567kg 550kg
    Loaded weight 1011kg 850kg
    Wing load 22kg/m2 24.3kg/m2
    Power load 12.7kg/hp 8.5kg/hp
    Maximum Speed at 0m 99km/h -
    Climb to 500m 5min 20s -
    Range 500km -
    Modified September 4, 1997
    by Alexandre Savine;    		 Back to
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