What is a Jenny plane?
The Curtiss JN-4 Jenny is synonymous with the “barn storming” era of aviation, and is truly the airplane that taught American pilots of the 1916-1925 era how to fly. They were outfitted with the reliable, but underpowered, 90 hp Curtiss OX-5 engine.
How fast did a Jenny fly?
around 75 mph
In its intended role as a primary trainer, the JN-4D is said to have performed well, although it also has been said, “If you can fly the Jenny, you can fly anything!” It had a maximum speed of around 75 mph, and cruised about 10 mph less, with a landing speed of about 40 mph.
Who made the flying Jenny?
Curtiss JN Jenny
| JN “Jenny” | |
|---|---|
| Designer | Benjamin D. Thomas |
| Introduction | 1915 |
| Primary users | U.S. Army Air Service Royal Flying Corps |
| Number built | 6,813 |
Why was the Curtiss JN 4 designed as a tractor airplane with the engine up front?
The Army’s reasoning was simple: The rear-engine pusher types were killing pilots at an alarming rate, for in a crash the engines moved forward and crushed the fliers.
What is a barnstormer airplane pilot?
Barnstorming was a form of entertainment in which stunt pilots performed tricks—either individually or in groups called flying circuses. Barnstormers were pilots who flew throughout the country selling airplane rides and performing stunts; Charles Lindbergh first began flying as a barnstormer.
Do biplanes still exist?
Biplanes are much less common today than they were at the beginning of powered flight but are still widely used in the aerobatic training and airshow industry. Most biplanes are purpose built to be high performance type aircraft so typically they are not used much in the primary training of pilots.
Where did Term barnstorming come from?
Barnstorming earned its name from the aerobatic pilots who would land their light planes in fields and use local barns as venues for their impromptu airshows. Paying spectators would gather to watch these daring pilots attempt a variety of dangerous tricks.