Avro 552
Avro · United Kingdom · first flew 1921 · light aircraft
The Avro 552 was a British light biplane produced in the early 1920s. It was another attempt by Avro to sell a derivative of the wartime 504 to the civil market.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.54 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Single-engined tractor biplane
- Light civil derivative of the wartime Avro 504
- Floatplane versions were built
Look for a light single-bay biplane derived from the Avro 504, with a Wolseley Viper engine in the nose, seating a pilot and one passenger or instructor.
Specifications
- The Avro 552 has a length of 8.54 m (28 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.98 m (36 ft).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
The first flight took place on 16 July 1921. It was powered by a 180 hp Wolseley Viper engine.
Variants
The 552A Viper is one version of the type. Canadian Vickers also built it under licence.
Where you'll see it
A total of 33 were built. The Argentine Navy was the main user, and the Royal Canadian Air Force also used the type.
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