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gptkbp:instanceOf
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military aircraft
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gptkbp:aircraft
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gptkb:Douglas_O_series
fixed-wing aircraft
compact design
light aircraft
straight wings
stable flight characteristics
light observation and reconnaissance
1,800 lbs empty weight
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gptkbp:armament
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machine guns
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gptkbp:built
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approximately 1,000
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gptkbp:climbRate
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1,000 ft/min
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gptkbp:cockpit
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open cockpit
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gptkbp:crew
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2
used for pilot training purposes
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gptkbp:design
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low-wing monoplane
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gptkbp:design_feature
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high visibility cockpit
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gptkbp:enginePower
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300 hp
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gptkbp:engineType
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radial engine
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gptkbp:firstFlight
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1939
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gptkbp:fuel_capacity
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100 gallons
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gptkbp:height
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8 ft 0 in
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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first dedicated observation aircraft
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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Douglas O-2
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gptkbp:influence
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inspired later designs
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gptkbp:is_used_in
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gptkb:United_States_Army_Air_Forces
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gptkbp:landing_gear
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tailwheel
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gptkbp:legacy
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used in training and support roles
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gptkbp:length
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28 ft 6 in
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gptkbp:manufacturer
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gptkb:Douglas_Aircraft_Company
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gptkbp:maximum_speed
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150 mph
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gptkbp:maxTakeoffWeight
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3,000 lbs
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gptkbp:nickname
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O-2
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gptkbp:notable_feature
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excellent maneuverability
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gptkbp:operationalRange
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1,000 miles
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gptkbp:primaryUser
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gptkb:United_States_Air_Force
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gptkbp:productionYears
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1939-1945
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gptkbp:propulsion
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two-bladed propeller
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gptkbp:range
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600 miles
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gptkbp:retired
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1950s
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gptkbp:retirementYear
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advancements in technology
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gptkbp:role
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forward air control
observation aircraft
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gptkbp:service_ceiling
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15,000 ft
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gptkbp:serviceHistory
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used in various conflicts
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gptkbp:speed
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60 mph
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gptkbp:succeededBy
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3.5 seconds per 360 degrees
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gptkbp:successor
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gptkb:O-1_Bird_Dog
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gptkbp:supportRole
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reconnaissance
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gptkbp:variant
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O-2A
O-2C
O-2B
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gptkbp:wingspan
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40 ft 0 in
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