1920 Verville-Packard VCP-1, S.C.40126, P-97

638 hp Packard V-12

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Aeroplane Photo Supply No. 1312

Although the registration number painted on the aircraft is 40216, I think this is a painting error. Both Aerofiles.com and joebaugher.com list the number as 40126.

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US Air Force photo

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Engine detail


According to Mendenhall's book, “The Air Racer”, C.C. Mosely raced and won while flying #63 in the 1920 Pulitzer race at 156.5 mph.

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