Granville Gee Bee Model R Super Sportster
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The Gee Bee Model R Super Sportster was a special-purpose racing aircraft made by Granville Brothers Aircraft of Springfield, Massachusetts at the now-abandoned Springfield Airport. Gee Bee stands for Granville Brothers. Wikipedia
Engine type: Pratt & Whitney Wasp series
Top speed: 294 mph
First flight: August 13, 1932
Manufacturer: Granville Brothers Aircraft
Designer: Howell W. "Pete" Miller, Zantford Granville
Role: Air racing