Size comparison of the Spruce Goose and other aircraft "The Hercules was a monumental undertaking," said an angry Hughes. "It is the largest aircraft ever built. It is over five stories tall with ...

channeling the inner spirit of the Spruce Goose. Moreover, when it comes to everyday aviation, the Antonov An-225 ruled when it came to size until it was destroyed in Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The Spruce Goose was formerly the largest aircraft by wingspan ... the Merlin 1D and the Merlin 1D Vacuum, are the size of the engine bell. At sea level, you want a small engine bell, but in ...