Cessna CR-3
The Cessna CR-3: story of an innovative Clyde Cessna racer, its triumphs in Chicago, and the tragedies that led to Cessna’s aviation withdrawal.
Category: Racing Aircraft
Aerodynamics at the limit: Schneider Trophy seaplanes and aircraft designed exclusively to break speed records.
PS.1
Explore the Italian PS.1 sport aircraft, built by Caproni in 1934. Designed by Cesare Pallavicino, it competed in the 1934 Challenge, achieving technical acclaim.
Ellingston Special
Discover the Ellingston Special, an innovative American racing plane with telescopic wings. Developed by Con Ellingston in 1938, it achieved impressive speeds.
Chief Oshkosh
Chief Oshkosh: Sylvester Wittman’s legendary racing plane. Dominated air races, secured wins, and set world records in the 1930s. A true aviation icon.
Hall Cicada
Uncover the brief yet impactful history of the Hall Cicada, a unique 1930s American light aircraft. From its air race debut to its fiery end, explore its story.
Chambers R-1
Explore the Chambers R-1 ‘Chambermaid,’ a unique American racing plane by Russell Chambers. Witness its 1938 National Air Races debut & tragic crash.