The Weaver Aircraft Company (WACO) of Lorain, Ohio was established in 1921. In 1924 they moved to Troy, Ohio and became America’s leading civilian aircraft manufacturer from 1928-1935.
WACO also produced the large troop carrying glider used in all the major invasions of WWII. The best selling WACO was the Model 10, over 1100 models were produced by the end of 1930. The UEC was the first Waco, and the only bi-plane in the Yanks collection, to use tension-compression struts to replace the familiar crossed steel flying wires.
Many innovative ideas were incorporated into the UEC, like the speed-ring cowling and wheel pants for streamlined appearance and performance. A center hinged bar allowed the swing-over-steering wheel to provide dual control capability. Versatility best described the new Waco, it quickly adapted to many new occupations.
A much improved version of the QDC Waco of 1931, it found a career as an air ambulance, seaplane, air-service, family-fun, government service and sport plane.Certified with ATC #467 the Waco UEC was a go-anywhere plane. It was a reliable, economical aircraft that the pilot and passenger could both enjoy.
DISPLAY STATUS | COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | CURRENT LOCATION |
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Own | United States | Legends Hangar |
PURPOSE & TYPE | MATERIALS | ERA & DATE RANGE |
Transport, Utility | Steel | Golden Age 1918 – 1939 |
PRODUCTION & ACQUISITION |
SPECIFICATIONS | SERVICE HISTORY |
MFG: Waco Aircraft Company First Produced: 1932 Number Built: 45 Armament: NoneThis Waco UEC was acquired by Yanks in 2002. |
Wingspan: 32’2” upper, 28’2” lower Wing Area: 245 sq ft Length: 24’8” Height: 8’6” Empty Weight: 1,670 lbs Gross Weight: 2,700 lbs Powerplant: Continental R-670 Thrust: Cruise Speed: 117 mph Maximum Speed: 133 mph Range: 450 miles |
Delivered: December 20, 1932 |