D. W. Tomlinson (USA)
Status
ratified - superseded since approved
Zone
World
Class
C (Powered Aeroplanes)
Sub-Class
C (Aviation with engine)
Category
General
Type of record
Speed over a closed circuit of 5 000 km with 1 000 kg payload
Performance
272.03 km/h
Date
16 May 1935
Course / Location
Brooklyn , NY (USA)
Claimant
D. W. Tomlinson (USA)
Crew
J. S. Bartles
Type of engine
R-1820 Cyclone
Aircraft
DC-1
Aircraft manufacturer
Douglas
Aircraft engine manufacturer
Wright
