Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Bensen B-8 Gyro-Copter - СШАUSA - 1955

Two pictures show Mrs Springer’s B-8M. Its climb rate exceeds 1,200ft/min, and starting is simplified by the 1 h.p. pre-rotating engine on the rotor head.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Bensen B-8 Gyro-Copter - СШАUSA - 1955

This view gives some idea of the skeletal Bensen B-8M structure. The McCulloch four-cylinder engine weighs only 76lb and was primarily designed for one-shot use in military target drones.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Bensen B-8 Gyro-Copter - СШАUSA - 1955

The "truck’s eye view" of a Bensen B-8 Gyroglider under tow during a dual-instruction session.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Bensen B-8 Gyro-Copter - СШАUSA - 1955

Mrs Alden Springer lifts off in her custom-built Bensen B-8M. Take-off run is around 300ft.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Bensen B-8 Gyro-Copter - СШАUSA - 1955

Starting is simplified by the 1 h.p. pre-rotating engine on the rotor head.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Bensen B-8 Gyro-Copter - СШАUSA - 1955

A less-refined B-8M takes to the air.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Bensen B-8 Gyro-Copter - СШАUSA - 1955

This pilots-eye view complements the title picture.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Bensen B-8 Gyro-Copter - СШАUSA - 1955

A B-8 Gyroglider lifts off under tow. Flight isn’t high or fast or far - but it’s definitely fun.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Bensen B-8 Gyro-Copter - СШАUSA - 1955