| Macchi M.52 | |
|---|---|
| |
| Role | Racing seaplane |
| National origin | Italy |
| Manufacturer | Macchi |
| Designer | Mario Castoldi |
| First flight | early August 1927 |
| Number built | 3 (M.52) 1 (M.52bis or M.52R) |
The Macchi M.52 was an Italian racing seaplane designed and built by Macchi for the 1927 Schneider Trophy race. The M.52 and a later variant, the M.52bis or M.52R, both set world speed records for seaplanes.[1]
- ^ Taylor, Michael J.H; Gunston, Bill (1989). Jane's encyclopedia of aviation. New York: Portland House. p. 618. ISBN 0-517-69186-8.