Avia BH-10
Avia · Czechoslovakia · first flew 1924 · light aircraft
The Avia BH-10 was a Czechoslovak single-seat light sporting monoplane developed by Avia in the early 1920s. It was one of a series of BH-series designs produced by Avia engineers Benes and Hajn.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 5.42 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- 1920s Czech single-seat sport monoplane
- Low-wing wooden monoplane from Avia
- Early Czechoslovak light aircraft design
A very small, clean low-wing monoplane of 1920s vintage; the BH-series is characterised by simple wooden construction and elegant proportions.
Specifications
- The Avia BH-10 has a length of 5.42 m (18 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 8.8 m (29 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 160 km/h (99 mph).
- Typical crew: 1 pilot.
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History
Designed by Pavel Beneš and Miroslav Hajn at Avia, the BH-10 was a small low-wing monoplane built for sport and racing purposes. It was part of a successful series of Czech aircraft designs that helped establish Avia's reputation.
Variants
Part of the BH series; closely related to BH-9 and other sequential designs with progressive refinements.
Where you'll see it
Used as a sport and racing aircraft in Czechoslovakia during the 1920s; not adopted for military service.
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