EKW C-36
Eidgenössische Konstruktionswerkstätte (EKW) · Switzerland · first flew 1939 · fighter
The EKW C-36 was a Swiss single-seat fighter and ground-attack aircraft developed by the Federal Construction Works (EKW) in the late 1930s.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 9 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Swiss single-engine fighter-bomber of late 1930s
- Radial engine with prominent cowling
- Fixed or retractable undercarriage depending on variant
A compact, low-wing monoplane with a radial engine and relatively short fuselage; resembles contemporaries such as the Reggiane Re.2000 but with a distinctly Swiss-built, utilitarian finish.
Specifications
- The EKW C-36 has a length of 9 m (30 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12 m (39 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 470 km/h (292 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
Figures are for the representative variant described above; marks differ. See how AircraftIQ sources figures.
History
Designed to equip the Swiss Air Force with a domestic combat aircraft, the C-36 entered service in 1942 and served throughout World War II, helping Switzerland maintain its armed neutrality. It was produced in modest numbers alongside imported types.
Variants
Several sub-variants were produced with differing armament fits and engine marks; some carried underwing ordnance for light ground attack.
Where you'll see it
Operated exclusively by the Swiss Air Force (Fliegertruppe) through the late 1940s before being phased out.
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