The Waco
EGC first flew in 1937. Several EGC aircraft were purchased by the
US Army Air
Force in 1942 and designated the UC-72B. The US Navy
designated theirs the J2W.
EGC was Waco shorthand for Wright R-760 (E)
powered, closed (G) cabin (F) model.
Specifications
(EGC-8)
Designations
Type: General
Engine: one 350 hp (261 kw) Wright
R-760-E2 radial piston engine