Ellingston Special
Discover the Ellingston Special, an innovative American racing plane with telescopic wings. Developed by Con Ellingston in 1938, it achieved impressive speeds.
Category: Racing Aircraft
Aerodynamics at the limit: Schneider Trophy seaplanes and aircraft designed exclusively to break speed records.
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.