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Travis Air Force Museum, Travis AFB California
Grumman HU-16B 'Albatross' SN: 51-7254

Description
  Manufacturer:Grumman
  Base model:U-16
  Designation:HU-16
  Version:B
  Nickname:Albatross
  Designation System:U.S. Air Force
  Designation Period:1952-Present
  Basic role:Utility
  Modified Mission:Search and Rescue
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  Serial/Bureau Number:51-7254
  Location:Travis Air Force Museum, Travis AFB California

Specifications
  Length: 61' 10" 18.8 m
  Height:25' 10" 7.8 m
  Wingspan: 96' 8" 29.4 m
  Gross Weight: 35,998 lb 16,326 kg
  Max Weight: 36,000 lb 16,326 kg

Propulsion
  No. of Engines: 2
  Powerplant: Wright R-1820
  Horsepower (each): 1425

Performance
  Cruise Speed: 165 mph 265 km/h 143 kt
  Max Speed: 250 mph 402 km/h 217 kt
  Ceiling: 22,000 ft 6,705 m