Hughes H-4 Hercules ‘Spruce Goose’ · History, Technical Data & Photos · AeroCorner

Fact Slap 👋 Today in 1947, the Hughes H-4 Hercules (also known as the "Spruce Goose"), the largest fixed-wing aircraft ever built at the time and designed by Howard Hughes makes its maiden and only flight. The Hercules lifted off, remaining airborne for 26 seconds at 70 ft (21 m) off the water at a speed of 135 miles per hour (217 km/h) for about one mile (1.6 km). It’s now on display at the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum, Oregon. Video: H-4 taxies before taking off, animated by AI, original

Here’s why Howard Hughes’ Spruce Goose couldn't be an effective troop transport - The Aviation Geek Club

Seventy-four years ago today, the Spruce Goose took its first and only flight 70 feet above Long Beach Harbor for one mile changing the course of global innovation and inspiring a whole new generation of aviation enthusiasts. Watch this video released from the Evergreen Museum Archive to experience the thrill of being at Long Beach Harbor on November 2, 1947. There are a lot of exciting things on the horizon for the 75th anniversary next year, so make sure to keep an eye out for upcoming announc

The Spruce Goose - Evergreen Museum

Spruce Goose getting ready for its 75th ‘first/only’ flight anniversary - The Points Guy