Sikorsky S-2
# Sikorsky S-2

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 19 kW (25 hp) 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 m (200 yd). After several successful flights the S-2 was destroyed on June 30 when Sikorsky inadvertently stalled the underpowered aircraft at an altitude of 20 m (70 ft).

## Specifications

Data from Russian Aviation Museum

General characteristics

* Crew: One
* Length: 8 m (26 ft 3 in)
* Upper wingspan: 8 m (26 ft 3 in)
* Wing area: 24 $m^2$ (260 sq ft)
* Empty weight: 190 kg (419 lb)
* Gross weight: 260 kg (573 lb)
* Powerplant: 1 × Anzani 3 -cylinder air-cooled fan piston engine, 19 kW (25 hp)

Performance

