Warbird Heritage Foundation L-19A Bird Dog

L-19A Bird Dog

Military History

The L-19A Bird Dog, a derivative of the Cessna 170, was designed to be used for reconnaissance and forward air control. Bird Dogs were operated by the U.S. Army, USMC, and USAF. Over 3,200 of them were built between 1950 and 1959. The L-19A saw action in the Korean War and the Vietnam War.

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L-19A - Constr #: 305A 22677 - Serial No: 51-12351 (U.S. Army)

The known history of this aircraft is listed below.

DateSquadronSquadron NameLocation
1952ManufacturedWichita, KS
1952 Apr 19DeliveredU.S. Army Field ForcesPort of San Francisco, CA
....Shipped to Japan
....Shipped to Korea - saw action in Korean War
....Shipped back to U.S. Post-War
Post-War 1982No records
1982Civilian Ownership - Texas
1986Civilian Ownership - South Carolina
1994Civilian Ownership - Colorado
1998Civilian Ownership - North Carolina
2002Civilian Ownership - Illinois
2003 DecWarbird Heritage Foundation
- Restored to current condition

SPECIFICATIONS

Manufacturer:Cessna Aircraft Company
Model:L-19A / O-1A
Year Built:1952
Constr # / Plant:305A 22677/Pawnee PLT-Wichita, KS
Serial No:51-12351 (U.S. Army)
N-Number:N677RH
Engines:One
Continental O-470-11 flat-six piston
213 HP
Length:25 ft. 9 in.
Height:7 ft. 3.5 in.
Wingspan:36 ft
Weight:Empty: 1,614 lbs.
Max Takeoff: 2,400 lbs.
Performance:Range: 530 miles
Max Speed: 151 MPH

GALLERY

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In-Flight Photos
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L-19A Bird Dog

Exterior and Interior Photos
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L-19A Bird Dog In Hangar

Maintenance Photos
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L-19A Bird Dog

AVAILABILITY

Our L-19A Bird Dog is available for airshows and special events. For additional information, please contact us!