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The Pitcairn XO-61 was an American autogyro designed by Pitcairn Aircraft. One of the last autogyros produced in competition with the Kellett YO-60 and the Sikorsky R-4 it fell victim to cooling problems with its rear-mounted engine and the coming of the helicopter with its ability to hover.Also known by the company model number PA-44 and the contract designation MX-157 the contract for the XO-61 was taken over by G&A Aircraft upon G&A’s acquisition of Pitcairn Aircraft.