In 1934, American engineer W.R. Clinger from Grandville, Michigan, designed and built a light aircraft named the Clinger CL-1. This unique aircraft was a two-seat, single-strut biplane.
Design and Technical Specifications
It was equipped with a 90 hp Curtiss OX-5 piston engine, featuring a pusher propeller configuration. Only one instance of this aircraft, serial number 14149, was ever built.
Seaplane Capability
A notable aspect of the Clinger CL-1’s design was its capability to take off from water, making it a versatile light aircraft for its time.
Technical Specifications
| Modification | CL-1 |
| Engine type | 1 Piston engine Curtiss OX-5 |
| Power, hp | 1 x 90 |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 145 |
| Cruising speed, km/h | 121 |
| Crew, crew | 1 |
Image gallery of the Clinger CL-1
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