CANSA C.6 Falchetto
CANSA · Italy · first flew 1941 · light aircraft
The CANSA C.6 Falchetto was a training biplane developed in Italy during World War II, intended as an aerobatic intermediate trainer for the Regia Aeronautica.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.83 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Single-bay biplane wing cellule with swept outer panels
- Tailskid undercarriage
- Single Isotta Fraschini Beta RC.10 engine in the nose
A compact single-bay biplane of conventional tailskid layout with swept outer wing panels and a span of 8.65 m.
Specifications
- The CANSA C.6 Falchetto has a length of 7.83 m (26 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 8.65 m (28 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 260 km/h (162 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
It first flew on 30 June 1941 and was powered by a 280 hp Isotta Fraschini Beta RC.10 engine.
Variants
Two prototypes were constructed: the single-seat C.6 and the two-seat C.6B.
Where you'll see it
No production order followed the two prototypes.
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