SIAI S.17
| Industry | Aerospace |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Italy |
| Products | Aircraft |
The SIAI S.17 was an Italian single-seat racing flying boat constructed by SIAI specifically for the 1920 edition of the Schneider Trophy competition.
Design and development
While SIAI had previously produced aircraft used in racing events, the S.17 marked the company's initial venture into creating a dedicated racing seaplane. Powered by a 231 kilowatts (310 hp) Ansaldo San Giorgio 4E-14 engine, this model was capable of reaching a maximum velocity of approximately 290.9 kilometres per hour (180.8 mph).
Operational history
During the 1920 Schneider Trophy contest held in Monaco, the S.17 took part but unfortunately crashed during its final takeoff attempt, preventing it from completing the race.
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