Years In Service: 1949-1995
Initial Flight: October 24, 1947
The Albatross replaced the PBY-5AQ Catalina amphibian for air-sea rescue work. The Albatross established a world record for twin-engine amphibians with an altitude of 32,883 feet, during the Korean War, the SA-16 was used for combat rescue and gained a reputation as a rugged and reliable seaworthy aircraft.
Aircraft Specifications
Height: 26′ 11″ Wingspan: 96′ 6″ Length: 62′ 4″ Crew: 4 Payload: 11,750 lbs. Powerplant: Wright R-1820-76BA Horsepower: 1,425 hp. No. of Engines: 2 Cruise speed: 225 mph Max Speed: 316 mph Ceiling: 21,500 ft.