It was an excellent aerobatic aircraft and was used very effectively in performances by Laird, as well as by Katherine Stinson during her tour of Japan and China.

He built the aircraft with assistance from his brother Charles and friend George E. “Buck” Weaver.

[2][3][4] Laird referred to the aircraft as “My Anzani-powered machine” as well as “Boneshaker” because the powerful engine generated such strong vibrations in the airplane.

[2][3] Laird loaned the aircraft to Katherine Stinson for her 1916-1917 flying exhibition tour to Japan and China.

[6] Data from Heroes of the Sky at Henry Ford Museum, The Planes: 1915 Laird Biplane[7]General characteristics Performance