Vought V-173 “Flying Pancake”
The Vought V-173, known as the “Flying Pancake,” is one of the most unusual aircraft built—and surprisingly, it actually flew quite well.
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The Vought V-173, known as the “Flying Pancake,” is one of the most unusual aircraft built—and surprisingly, it actually flew quite well.
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