Cessna EC-1
The Cessna Model EC-1 was a 1930s American single-seat tourer built by the Cessna Aircraft Company.
| Model EC-1 | |
|---|---|
| Role | Single-seat tourer |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
| Designer | Eldon Cessna |
| Variants | Cessna EC-2 |
Design and development
Cessna Aircraft was suffering in the depression and downturn in the economy following the Wall Street crash. Eldon Cessna, the son of Clyde Cessna designed a low-cost cheap to operate aircraft to meet the new conditions. The Model EC-1 was powered by a 25 hp (19 kW) Cleone engine. It did not go into production. A two-seat version the Model EC-2 was also developed.
Surviving Aircraft
Only two examples of the EC-1 were built. The example stored at the Reynolds-Alberta Museum is thought to be the only survivor.
References
- The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Aircraft (Part Work 1982-1985). Orbis Publishing.
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