On February 1, 2024,
the
New Spirit of St. Louis returned to the air!
It is now being operated by AeroCareers, NFP in support of aerospace education.Look for it at air shows, fly-ins and
Young Eagle events.
AIRCRAFT SPECIFICATIONS:
- Length: 25 ft. 2 in.
- Wingspan: 36 ft.
- Height: 9 ft.
- Wing area: 141.2 sq ft.
- Empty weight: 2,200 lbs.
- Gross weight: 3,400 lbs.
- Fuel capacity: 300 US gal. (with auxiliary tank)
- Engine: 310 hp Continental IO-55N 6-cylinder air-cooled piston engine
- Maximum speed: 235 mph
- Cruise speed: 219 mph
- Range: 4,110 miles
- Service ceiling: 18,000 ft.