Boeing-Stearman Model 75

The Boeing-Stearman Model 75 is an American-made biplane. It was used as a training-plane.

Characteristics
The Kaydet was a conventional biplane of rugged construction, with a large, fixed tailwheel undercarriage, and accommodation for the student and instructor in open cockpits in tandem. The radial engine was usually not cowled, although some Stearman operators choose to cowl the engine.

History
Capt. Rafe McCawley's father owned one of these, which he used as a crop-duster.

Many years later, after WW2, Rafe claimed ownership of the Stearman Model, where he took Capt. Danny Walker's son Daniel Walker for a ride in it.

Trivia

 * The Stearman 75 is the only biplane shown in the film.
 * The Stearman is a bit anachronistic at the beginning of the movie, as the plane was seen existing as early as 1923, but in reality it didn't get built until 1934.
 * Additionally, the idea of crop-dusting didn't show up until one year later.