Avro 561 Andover
Avro · United Kingdom · first flew 1924 · transport aircraft
The Avro Andover was a 1920s British military transport aircraft built by Avro for the Royal Air Force.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 15.62 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Single-engined biplane transport
- Single Rolls-Royce Condor III engine
- Cabin for 12 passengers or 6 stretchers
Look for a large single-engined biplane transport with a Rolls-Royce Condor engine.
Specifications
- The Avro 561 Andover has a length of 15.62 m (51 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 20.73 m (68 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 177 km/h (110 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
It was developed from the Avro Aldershot, and the Type 561 first flew on 28 June 1924.
Variants
Four aircraft were built in two versions: three Type 561 flying ambulances and one Type 563 twelve-seat transport.
Where you'll see it
The Royal Air Force was the primary user, and Imperial Airways also used the type.
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