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A-1 Autogyro
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A-1 Autogyro

1931 autogyro model by Buhl

Overview

The Buhl A-1 Autogiro was an autogyro optimised for air camera work designed and built from 1930. To this end, Etienne Dormoy designed the Buhl A-1, an autogyro with a pusher engine located behind the pilot and camera operator. The Buhl A-1 was the first pusher style autogyro. It is now on display at the Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos, California.

Specifications

Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.

Photos

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