Luscombe Model 8 Silvaire

The Luscombe 50, also known as the Model 8, used no wood in construction and had a monocoque fuselage with fabric-covered metal wings. It used horizontally-opposed small engines that had just been developed by engine manufacturers. The aircraft was designed with a round firewall to minimize frontal area and simple construction. The design was a revolutionary construction technique. Luscombe’s construction allowed him to build hir aircraft quickly and cheaply, without sacrificing much strength.

In 1940, the introduction of another version of the Model 8 was seen. The Model 8B was powered by a Lycoming O-145-B3 engine. The company developed a deluxe model, the Model 8C powered by a Continental C-75-8J engine. The deluxe model was named Silvaire and was sold with full-color advertising. A Model 8D was developed with greater fuel capacity compared to the 8C. In 1946, A Model 8E was developed in Dallas, Texas with an 85 horsepower engine.

Specifications: Model 8A Silvaire
Engine: 65 hp Continental
Length: 20 ft (6.1 m)
Height: 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Wingspan: 35 ft
Maximum speed: 115 mph
Cruise speed: 105 mph
Range: 370 miles

 

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