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1930 Watkins Skylark

The Skylark was restored by a team of KAM Volunteers in early 2016.  This aircraft had 1 protype and 5 manufactured, as the Watkins company went bankrupt in 1931.  This was number 5, and is the only one known to exist. 

Type:
Civil

Powerplant:
5-Cylinder Le Blond, radial, air-cooled engine – 90 h.p.

Max speed:
103 m.p.h.

Ceiling:
13,000 ft.

Range:
400 mi.

Weights:
Gross 1350 lbs.

Weapons:
None

Dimensions:
Span 37 ft. 1 in.
Length 23 ft. 6 in.
Height 6 ft. 5 in.