O-1 Bird Dog US Army U.S. Army The later Cyrano IV-1 version

The later Cyrano IV-1 version added a limited look-down capability

Rotorspan 16 inches

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Rotor span 18 inches

the new Skipper was intended to be a simple and cost-effective new generation pilot training aircraft combining low purchasing and operating costs with lightweight but sturdy construction

O-1 Bird Dog US Army U.S. Army The later Cyrano IV-1 versionCessna O 1 305 Birdog Army airplane model. The Defense Department ordered 3,200 L 19s that were built between 1950 and 1959. The planes were used in various utility roles such as artillery spotting, front line communications, medevac and training. During the Vietnam War, the planes were used for reconnaissance and forward air control. It received the name of "Bird Dog" as a result of a contest held with Cessna employees to name the aircraft. The