Fokker C.V
Fokker · Netherlands · first flew 1924 · bomber
The Fokker C.V was a highly successful Dutch two-seat parasol monoplane designed for reconnaissance, light bombing, and army cooperation. It was one of the most widely exported interwar military aircraft, serving with more than a dozen air forces.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 9.25 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Dutch interwar parasol monoplane reconnaissance/bomber
- Used widely across Europe and by multiple air forces
- Interchangeable wing sets of different sizes
High parasol wing with prominent N-struts, open tandem cockpits, fixed undercarriage, and a large radial or inline engine. The characteristic wing mounting struts and open rear cockpit with defensive gun ring are key features.
Specifications
- The Fokker C.V has a length of 9.25 m (30 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12.5 m (41 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 250 km/h (155 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Anthony Fokker designed the C.V in 1924 as a versatile general-purpose military aircraft. Its modular design allowed different wing planforms to be fitted, tailoring the aircraft for different roles. It was exported widely across Europe and to several South American and Asian air forces. Some examples were still in service at the outbreak of World War II with smaller air forces.
Variants
The C.V was produced in C.V-A through C.V-E variants with differing wing sizes, aspect ratios, and powerplants. The C.V-E with high-aspect-ratio wings was the most common long-range version.
Where you'll see it
Served with the air forces of the Netherlands, Finland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Bolivia, China, Hungary, Italy, and others. Finnish C.Vs fought in the Winter War against the Soviet Union.
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