Aviatik B.II
Aviatik · Austria-Hungary · first flew 1915 · fighter
The Aviatik B.II was an Austro-Hungarian two-seat reconnaissance biplane of World War I, operated by the Imperial and Royal Air Service (k.u.k. Luftfahrtruppen) in the early years of the war. It was an unarmed observation type.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.15 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Austro-Hungarian WWI two-seat reconnaissance biplane
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A conventional equal-span biplane with wire bracing, inline engine, and the characteristic early-war layout of observer in the front cockpit and pilot behind.
Specifications
- The Aviatik B.II has a length of 8.15 m (27 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 13.59 m (45 ft).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
The Austrian Aviatik company (separate from the German Aviatik) produced the B-series of reconnaissance biplanes from 1914 onwards. The B.II entered service in 1915 and served on the Italian and Balkan fronts as well as the Eastern Front before being replaced by armed C-type two-seaters.
Variants
The B-series progressed through B.I, B.II, and B.III; the B.II was a refinement of the initial design with improved engine and airframe.
Where you'll see it
Served with the Austro-Hungarian k.u.k. Luftfahrtruppen from 1915; withdrawn as armed C-types became available.
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