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A U.S. Marine Corps Pitcairn XOP-1 autogyro, was sent to Nicaragua in June 1932. While it performed well, its range and small payload significantly impaired the hybird aircraft. (Naval History and Heritage Command)
A U.S. Marine Corps Pitcairn XOP-1 autogyro, was sent to Nicaragua in June 1932. While it performed well, its range and small payload significantly impaired the hybird aircraft. (Naval History and Heritage Command)