The Sikorsky S-2 was the second fixed wing aircraft designed by Igor Sikorsky using the main wing section from the S-1 and a 25 hp (19 kW) Anzani 3 three-cylinder engine in a tractor configuration. During the first flight attempt on June 3, 1910, the biplane reached a height of two to four feet and traveled approximately 200 yards. After several successful flights the S-2 was completely destroyed on June 30 when Sikorsky inadvertently stalled the underpowered aircraft at an altitude of 70 feet
General characteristics Crew: One Length: 26 ft 3 in (8 m) Upper wingspan: 26 ft 3 in (8 m) Wing area: 260 sq ft (24 m2) Empty weight: 419 lb (190 kg) Gross weight: 573 lb (260 kg) Powerplant: 1 × Anzani 3 -cylinder air-cooled fan piston engine, 25 hp (19 kW)
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