BFW M.23
Messerschmitt / BFW · Germany · first flew 1928 · light aircraft
The BFW M.23 was a German two-seat light monoplane of 1928, one of Willy Messerschmitt's early designs for the Bayerische Flugzeugwerke, used for sport and training flying.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.35 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Low-wing open-cockpit monoplane of late-1920s German design
- Single light piston engine with circular cowling
- Tandem open cockpits with wire-braced parasol hints
An early example of Messerschmitt's preference for low-wing monoplanes with clean cantilever construction, recognisable by its wide-span tapered wing and open tandem cockpits.
Specifications
- The BFW M.23 has a length of 6.35 m (21 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 11.8 m (39 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 185 km/h (115 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Designed by Willy Messerschmitt for BFW, the M.23 was aimed at the growing German sport aviation market of the Weimar era. It participated in touring competitions and helped establish Messerschmitt's reputation for clean, efficient low-wing designs.
Variants
Several sub-variants with different engine fits were produced in small numbers.
Where you'll see it
Used by German flying clubs and private pilots; not adopted for military training.
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