Grumman G-21A Goose II

  • Period: Postwar (1945-1959)
  • Uses: Utility
  • First Flight: May 29, 1937 (G-21)
  • Display Status: In Reserve Hangar.

The Goose was the first twin-engined Grumman design expressly designed for the civilian market. It flew for the first time in 1937 and remained in production until 1945.

It established an outstanding record for its ability to operate commercially from land and water bases, and was used throughout the world by civilian and military operators. It has given extensive service in Canada, particularly to the coastal areas of British Columbia.

Museum Example

  • Registration #: CF-MPG
  • Manufacturer: Grumman Aircraft Engineering
  • Manufacture Date: 1944
  • Construction #: B 77
  • Aquisition Date: 1995
  • Provenance: Donation from RCMP and British Columbia government

The Museum’s aircraft entered service with the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1944. It was then operated by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police throughout Canada from 1946 to 1994, serving in continuous public use longer than any other Canadian aircraft.

Its police work included searching for missing persons, missing or wanted boats and vehicles, medical transfers, and routine transportation duties. In recognition of its outstanding service to Canada, the aircraft was donated to the Museum in 1995 by the RCMP and the B.C. Provincial Government, after a campaign by the Museum and support by local enthusiasts in British Columbia, to keep it in Canada.

Specifications

Wing Span:
14.9 m (49 ft)
Length:
11.6 m (38 ft 3 in)
Height:
3.7 m (12 ft 2 in)
Weight, Empty:
2 413 kg (5,320 lb)
Weight, Gross:
3 402 kg (7,500 lb)
Cruising Speed:
282 km/h (175 mph)
Max Speed:
314 km/h (195 mph) at sea level
Rate of Climb:
454 m (1,490 ft) /min
Service Ceiling:
7,315 m (24,000 ft)
Range:
1,280 km (795 miles)
Power Plant:
Two Pratt and Whitney R-985-14B Wasp Jr., 450 hp, radial engines