Dornier Do 27
Dornier · Germany · first flew 1956 · light aircraft
The Dornier Do 27 is a German single-engine high-wing utility aircraft noted for excellent STOL performance achieved through full-span slotted flaps and slats. It was the first aircraft of German design to enter production in Germany after World War II.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | All-metal fuselage with large glazed cabin |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- STOL high-wing single-engine Dornier utility monoplane
- All-metal fuselage with large glazed cabin
- Full-span slotted flaps and leading-edge slats for short-field performance
A high-wing single-engine utility aircraft with a wide glazed cabin, large flaps and slats, and a utilitarian angular Dornier aesthetic. The generous cabin glazing and full-span high-lift devices distinguish it from simpler high-wing singles.
Specifications
- The Dornier Do 27 has a length of 9.6 m (31 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12 m (39 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 240 km/h (149 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
Developed from a Spanish design (CASA 127) and first flown in Germany in 1956, the Do 27 entered German Luftwaffe service that same year and was also sold to numerous export customers. Over 600 were built and it served in military utility, liaison, and observation roles.
Variants
Variants include the Do 27A-1 through A-4 and Do 27B (two-seat dual control), Do 27H with Lycoming GSO engine, and Do 27Q with a supercharged engine for high-altitude work.
Where you'll see it
Served with the German Luftwaffe and Heer, and exported to Portugal, Spain, Nigeria, Israel, and others; widely used by civil operators in Europe and Africa for agricultural and utility work.
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