L-19 Bird Dog
Vintage Wings of Canada
The L-19 Bird Dog, built in 1954, is an observation aircraft used by the Canadian army in the 50s.
Photos : Mike Virr
Information
First Flight: December 14, 1949
Total Production (All Marks): Over 3,400 aircraft were built
Wingspan: 36 ft (11 meters)
Engine: Varied depending on the specific model, but commonly used engines included:
Continental O-470-L (213 horsepower)
Continental O-470-M (210 horsepower)
Continental O-470-R (220 horsepower)
Additional Notes:
The L-19 Bird Dog went through various model designations throughout its production, with slight variations in engine types and features.
The information above reflects the most common specifications.
