Aero A.34 Kos
AERO Vodochody Aerospace · Czechoslovakia · first flew 1929 · light aircraft
The Aero A.34 Kos (Blackbird) was a compact single-seat sport and touring biplane produced by Aero in 1929, designed for private flying and aerobatic competition. Its small dimensions and light weight gave it lively handling.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.8 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Small single-seat Czechoslovak sport biplane named Kos (Blackbird)
- Compact open-cockpit aerobatic design
- Very short span and lightweight construction
Very compact biplane with minimal fuselage depth, small-diameter engine cowling, and single open cockpit; the short 8.8 m span and narrow chord give it a stubby, rounded appearance unlike the larger Aero military types.
Specifications
- The Aero A.34 Kos has a length of 6.8 m (22 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 8.8 m (29 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 160 km/h (99 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
Built as part of Aero's effort to address the growing sport aviation market in Czechoslovakia during the late 1920s, the Kos was well received for its agility and ease of handling. It participated in national air rallies and sporting events of the period.
Variants
No major variants are recorded; the Kos remained a small-series aircraft.
Where you'll see it
Used by private pilots and aero clubs in Czechoslovakia during the early 1930s; not adopted for military service.
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