BFW M.19
Messerschmitt / BFW · Germany · first flew 1927 · light aircraft
The BFW M.19 was a small German high-wing monoplane designed by Willy Messerschmitt during his tenure at Bayerische Flugzeugwerke in the late 1920s, intended for sport flying and pilot training. It was a typical light aircraft of its period.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 5.4 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Small German high-wing monoplane of the late 1920s
- Early Messerschmitt/BFW design for the sport aviation market
- Strut-braced parasol configuration typical of its era
Characterized by its small size, parasol high-wing monoplane layout, single low-powered piston engine, and the simple construction typical of German sport aircraft of the Weimar era.
Specifications
- The BFW M.19 has a length of 5.4 m (18 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9.6 m (31 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 114 km/h (71 mph).
- Typical crew: 1-2.
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History
Developed as one of a series of small aircraft by Messerschmitt at BFW, the M.19 contributed to the designer's growing reputation before he went on to create the famous Bf 109. It was built in small numbers.
Variants
The M.19 was produced in limited numbers for the German civil aviation market.
Where you'll see it
Used by private owners and flying clubs in Germany during the late 1920s and early 1930s.
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