1935 Northrop 3A, Design XP-948, sn 184
830 hp P&W R-1535-G Twin Wasp
According to Francillon's book McDonnell Douglas Aircraft since 1920, This photo is believed to have been its last take-off. The aircraft and pilot, Frank Scare, were lost at sea on a test flight, 7/30/35.
Douglas photo from the collection of Larry H. Kasulka