Aermacchi MB.308
Aermacchi (Macchi) · Italy · first flew 1947 · light aircraft
The Macchi MB.308, later Aermacchi MB-308, is an Italian high-wing light cabin monoplane of the late 1940s with side-by-side seating and a fixed tricycle undercarriage, used for training and private flying and ordered in quantity by the Italian Air Force for aeroclubs.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.53 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Italian postwar light two-seat trainer and touring aircraft
- Single flat-four engine in nose, low wing
- Side-by-side seating under sliding canopy
A clean low-wing monoplane with a bubble canopy, side-by-side seating, a flat nose engine, and fixed conventional undercarriage; neat and purposeful in appearance.
Specifications
- The Aermacchi MB.308 has a length of 6.53 m (21 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10 m (33 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 197 km/h (122 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Designed by Ermano Bazzocchi at Aermacchi, the MB.308 first flew in 1947 and was produced in reasonable numbers for the Italian market and export. It served with the Italian Air Force in the liaison and communication role and was popular with Italian aero clubs.
Variants
Several engine variants were produced; a floatplane variant was also evaluated.
Where you'll see it
Used by the Italian Air Force for liaison and by civilian clubs; some exported to other countries.
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