CANT Z.1010
| Industry | Aerospace |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1930s |
| Products | Aircraft |
The CANT Z.1010 was an Italian five-seat passenger airplane powered by a single engine, which took to the skies in the mid-1930s. Only one unit of this model was ever constructed.
Design and development
Constructed primarily from wood, the Z.1010 featured a high-mounted elliptical wing with a notably high aspect ratio of 9.0. Each wing was supported on either side by a pair of V-shaped lift struts connecting the lower fuselage to the two main wing spars, further reinforced by jury struts. The wing incorporated flaps positioned inboard of relatively short-span ailerons. The tail assembly adhered to conventional design principles with smoothly curved surfaces, including a rudder extending down to the fuselage base situated between split elevators. All control surfaces were unbalanced, and the fin and tailplane were externally braced together.
The powerplant consisted of a licence-built version of the de Havilland Gipsy Major four-cylinder inverted inline engine produced by Alfa Romeo, delivering 90 kW (120 hp) and turning a two-bladed propeller. Behind the pilot’s side windows, the passenger cabin was illuminated by two additional rectangular windows on each side; notably, the forward window on the port side was integrated into the cabin access door. The fixed conventional landing gear featured faired main wheels mounted on faired half axles attached to the lower fuselage. Tall, faired shock-absorbing legs extended from the wheels up to the wing roots.
Designed specifically for participation in the Littorio Air Rally starting on 24 August 1935, the Z.1010 made its debut shortly after its maiden flight on 14 August, piloted by Mario Stoppani. Despite appearing at several aviation rallies, it failed to secure any commercial orders. The sole aircraft suffered significant damage during preparations for the 1936 Saharan Circuit competition and was not restored thereafter.
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