Anatra DE
Anatra · Russia · first flew 1916 · bomber
The Anatra DE (Dekabrista) was a Russian World War I two-seat reconnaissance biplane produced by the Anatra aircraft company in Odessa. It was one of several reconnaissance types produced by this manufacturer for the Imperial Russian Air Service.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 9 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- WWI Russian Anatra two-seat reconnaissance biplane
- Odessa-built reconnaissance aircraft 1916
- Pusher-layout Anatra Dekabrista variant
A conventional two-seat WWI biplane of Russian construction, distinguishable from French and German contemporaries by the broader wing span relative to fuselage length and Odessa-derived construction details.
Specifications
- The Anatra DE has a length of 9 m (30 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 16 m (52 ft).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
The Anatra company in Odessa produced a series of reconnaissance aircraft for Russia during WWI, including the Anasal and Anade. The DE represented a development of this line with different engine or configuration details.
Variants
The broader Anatra family included the Anasal (DS), Anade (D), and this DE; differences were primarily in engine installation.
Where you'll see it
Used by the Imperial Russian Air Service for reconnaissance and observation on the Eastern Front.
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