Focke-Wulf S 2
Focke-Wulf · Germany · first flew 1927 · light aircraft
The Focke-Wulf S 2 was an early German two-seat training monoplane produced in small numbers in 1927. It represented one of the company's first successful monoplane designs.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.1 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Single-engine high-wing monoplane trainer of the late 1920s
- Strut-braced parasol-style wing over an open cockpit
- Compact wooden construction typical of Focke-Wulf's early designs
Identified by its braced high wing, open tandem cockpits, fixed undercarriage with spatted wheels, and a conventional tail typical of the era.
Specifications
- The Focke-Wulf S 2 has a length of 8.1 m (27 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12 m (39 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 135 km/h (84 mph).
- Typical crew: 2 (tandem).
Figures are for the representative variant described above; marks differ. See how AircraftIQ sources figures.
History
Designed in the mid-1920s, the S 2 was part of Focke-Wulf's effort to establish itself in the light aviation market of the Weimar Republic. It appeared during a period when high-wing monoplanes were gaining favour over biplanes for training duties. The type saw limited production and civilian use within Germany.
Variants
No significant variants are recorded; the S 2 remained a single design iteration.
Where you'll see it
Operated in small numbers by German flying clubs and private owners during the late 1920s. It did not achieve export success.
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