Elton J. Smith (USA)

Status 
ratified - retired by changes of the sporting code
Zone 
World
Class 
E (Rotorcraft)
Sub-Class 
E-1 (Helicopters)
Category 
General
Group 
1 : piston engine
Type of record 
Distance without landing
Performance 
1 958,80 km
Date 
17 Sep 1952
Course / Location 
Fort Worth, TX (USA) - Niagara Falls, NY (USA)
Claimant 
Elton J. Smith (USA)
Type of engine 
6V4
Aircraft 
47 D1
Aircraft manufacturer 
Bell
Aircraft engine manufacturer 
Franklin