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Grumman HU-16 Albatross

Overview

The Grumman HU-16 Albatross is a twin-engine amphibious flying boat used for air-sea rescue, maritime patrol, and utility transport. Military services operated it from the 1950s for combat search and rescue and coastal missions. High wings, fixed wingtip floats, and a boat hull enable water and land operations. Civilian and museum examples preserve the type’s SAR legacy.

Quick Facts

Range 2478 nm
Cruise Speed 215 kt
Max Speed 236 kt

Specifications

ICAO Type CodeALBA
Length62 ft 10 in
Wingspan / Rotor Diameter96 ft 8 in
Height25 ft 10 in
Empty Weight22883 lb
Max Takeoff Weight37000 lb
Cruise Speed215 kt
Max Speed236 kt
Range2478 nm
Service Ceiling21500 ft
Engine ManufacturerWright
Engine ModelR-1820
Engine Count2

Data verification status: Partially Verified

Source: Grumman amphibian heritage