Engineering Division CO-2

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XCO-2
RoleBiplane Observation aircraft
National originUnited States
Manufacturer Engineering Division
DesignerJean A. Roche
First flight1922
Statusprototype only
Number built1

The Engineering Division XCO-2 was an observation aircraft designed at the United States Army Air Corps Engineering Division.

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Development

The XCO-2 was a conventional biplane with four machine guns and a Liberty 12 engine, as well as a fabric covering. The prototype flew in 1922 but crashing during flight tests.

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Specifications

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General characteristics

Performance

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References

  1. "CO-1 to CO-8 by Ray Wagner - Page 1". www.americancombatplanes.com.

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