Avia BH-5
Avia · Czechoslovakia · first flew 1923 · light aircraft
The Avia BH-5 was a Czech single-seat sport and aerobatic monoplane first flown in 1923, designed by the Beneš-Hajn team at Avia. It was a light sporting aircraft used to explore the aerodynamic boundaries of the early Avia monoplane concept.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.56 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Czech 1923 single-seat aerobatic monoplane
- Shoulder-wing or parasol design
- Beneš-Hajn experimental sport aircraft
A tiny single-seat monoplane with a shoulder or parasol wing, an extremely small fuselage, and a light piston engine. Its very low speed and sport character distinguish it from the contemporary Avia fighters.
Specifications
- The Avia BH-5 has a length of 6.56 m (22 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9.7 m (32 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 150 km/h (93 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
Developed as part of the rapid series of early Avia designs, the BH-5 was a light single-seater intended for aerobatic and sport use. The low speed and relatively modest performance were offset by good handling qualities. It formed part of the experimental lineage that would lead to Avia's successful fighter biplanes.
Variants
The BH-5 was a single-configuration type; it did not spawn production variants.
Where you'll see it
Used experimentally and by private Czech sport pilots in the early 1920s.
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- Avia BH-11
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