Fokker D.I
Fokker · Germany · first flew 1916 · fighter
The Fokker D.I was one of Fokker's early single-seat biplane fighters produced for the German Imperial Air Service during World War I, developed largely from observation of Allied aircraft. It was an interim design that saw limited use before superior fighters became available.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.3 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- WWI German single-seat biplane fighter
- Derived from Martinsyde G.100 via captured example
- Short production run superseded by superior types
A conventional equal-span biplane with inline engine and simple fixed undercarriage, distinguishable from other Fokker biplanes mainly by its relatively large dimensions compared to the later lighter D.VI.
Specifications
- The Fokker D.I has a length of 6.3 m (21 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9.05 m (30 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 150 km/h (93 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
Produced in modest numbers in 1916–17, the D.I served briefly on the Western Front but was quickly outclassed by newer Allied designs. The type was withdrawn from front-line use and relegated to training duties relatively rapidly.
Variants
No major production variants; minor detail differences between production batches.
Where you'll see it
Operated by the German Imperial Air Service on the Western Front in 1916–17; not used after the war.
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