Vought VE-9 Floatplane

 

In 1921 Vought built two VE-9, AS64310 and AS64316, for the Army. They were effectively VE-7 with a 180hp Wright E-3 engine.

 

Vought VE-9 On wheels

 

In 1927 twenty-two were built foe the Army, 22-379 – 22-400, and seventeen to the USN, A6465-6481. The Army used same designation as USN.

 

Four VE-9H were built in 1927 for the USN, A6461-6464.

 

The VE-9W was cancelled.

 

1921 VE-9

Engine: 180hp Wright E-3

 

1927 VE-9

Wingspan: 34'2"

Length: 24'2"

Useful load: 536 lb

Speed: 119 mph

Ceiling: 18,840'