Bartel BM 5

Samolot · Poland · first flew 1928 · light aircraft

The Bartel BM 5, initially known as the M.5, was a Polish biplane advanced trainer.

Recognition (WEFT)

W — WingsMid-mounted, straight
E — Engines1 × piston, nose-mounted
F — Fuselage7.81 m fuselage
T — TailConventional

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It was a two-seat biplane powered by a 220 hp SPA 6A engine.

Specifications

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History

It first flew on 27 July 1928 and was manufactured in the Samolot factory in Poznan from 1929 to 1930.

Variants

It was introduced in 1930.

Where you'll see it

It was used by the Polish Air Force from 1930 to 1939.

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