Fokker C.IV
Fokker · Netherlands · first flew 1923 · transport aircraft
The Fokker C.IV was a Dutch two-seat observation and reconnaissance biplane of the early 1920s, exported to several air forces. It was typical of Fokker's inter-war output, combining a thick cantilever wing with straightforward piston power.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 9.2 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Thick-section parasol or high-set cantilever wooden wing
- Open tandem cockpits
- Fixed stalky undercarriage with spreader bar
The characteristic thick Fokker cantilever wing in a high-wing or parasol arrangement over an angular fabric-covered fuselage, open tandem cockpits, and a fixed divided-axle undercarriage identify this type.
Specifications
- The Fokker C.IV has a length of 9.2 m (30 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12.9 m (42 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 214 km/h (133 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Designed by Fokker in the early 1920s, the C.IV was exported to the Netherlands East Indies, the United States Navy, and other operators. It provided reliable service as an observation and light transport type through the late 1920s.
Variants
The C.IV was produced in modest numbers with variations for different operators; a floatplane variant was produced for naval use.
Where you'll see it
The C.IV served with the Luchtvaartafdeling (Dutch Army Aviation) and was exported to the US Navy as an evaluation type, as well as to the Dutch East Indies for colonial patrol duties.
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