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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:aircraft
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gptkbp:aircraft_operated
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approximately 1 minute
70 feet (21 m)
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gptkbp:challenges
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building with wood during metal aircraft era
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gptkbp:construction_started
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gptkb:1942
1947
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gptkbp:control_surfaces
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elevators and ailerons
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gptkbp:crew
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gptkb:3
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gptkbp:cultural_impact
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inspired future aircraft designs
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gptkbp:design_feature
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double hull
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gptkbp:design_purpose
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to create a large transport aircraft
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gptkbp:designed_by
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gptkb:Howard_Hughes
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gptkbp:engine_power
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4,000 horsepower per engine
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gptkbp:engine_type
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gptkb:R-4360_Wasp_Major
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gptkbp:exhibition
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part of aviation history exhibits
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gptkbp:famous_for
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being the largest flying boat ever built
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gptkbp:film_appearance
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featured in documentaries
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gptkbp:first_flight
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1947
November 2, 1947
was a significant event in aviation history
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gptkbp:fuselage_material
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birch plywood
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gptkbp:has_limitations
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limited to one flight due to weight and design
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gptkbp:height
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79 feet 4 inches (24.18 m)
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gptkbp:historical_context
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post-World War II era
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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Howard Hughes' Spruce Goose
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gptkbp:influenced_by
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World War II aviation needs
Hughes' vision for air travel
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gptkbp:inspiration
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transporting troops and war supplies
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gptkbp:landing_gear
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retractable
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gptkbp:legacy
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remains a marvel of engineering
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gptkbp:length
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218 feet 8 inches (66.65 m)
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gptkbp:location
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gptkb:Evergreen_Aviation_&_Space_Museum
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gptkbp:manufacturer
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gptkb:Hughes_Aircraft_Company
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gptkbp:material
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gptkb:wood
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gptkbp:max_speed
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80 knots (92 mph; 148 km/h)
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gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight
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400,000 pounds (180,000 kg)
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gptkbp:nickname
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gptkb:H-4_Hercules
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gptkbp:notable_feature
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largest wooden airplane ever built
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gptkbp:notable_pilots
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gptkb:Howard_Hughes
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gptkbp:number_of_engines
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8
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gptkbp:open_to_public
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since 1992
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gptkbp:operational_status
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one-time flight
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gptkbp:passenger_capacity
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gptkb:32
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gptkbp:public_interest
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attracts aviation enthusiasts
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gptkbp:significance
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symbol of innovation in aviation
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gptkbp:status
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on display
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gptkbp:type
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gptkb:boat
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gptkbp:used_for
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transport during World War II
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gptkbp:wingspan
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largest wingspan of any aircraft
320 feet (98 m)
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:The_Evergreen_Aviation_&_Space_Museum
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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8
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