A Subpar Challenger To The DC-3, But At Least It Looked Nice? | Lockheed Super Electra
Today we're looking at the history of the Lockheed Model 14 'Super Electra'. It was a commercial aircraft that only achieved modest success, but it laid the groundwork for the much more successful Lockheed Hudson light bomber/strike aircraft. Want to support the channel? Become a patreon member here - / rexshangar Want to join the community? Visit our Discord - / discord Recommended reading: Francillon.R (1988), Lockheed Aircraft Since 1913. Marson.P (2001), The Lockheed Twins. Shores.C (1973), Lockheed Hudson Mks I to VI - Profile Aircraft.
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