Fairey G.4/31
Fairey Aviation Company · United Kingdom · first flew 1934 · bomber
A British single-engined, two-seat biplane built as a contender for an Air Ministry specification for a multi-role or general purpose aircraft.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 12.44 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Two-seat single-engined biplane
- Built to Air Ministry specification G.4/31
- Large span of about 16 m
A large two-seat tractor biplane with a span of about 16 m.
Specifications
- The Fairey G.4/31 has a length of 12.44 m (41 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 16.15 m (53 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 253 km/h (157 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
It first flew on 29 March 1934.
Variants
Only one example of the G.4/31 was built.
Where you'll see it
It was unsuccessful in the competition.
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