Fokker D.IX
Fokker · Netherlands · first flew 1921 · fighter
The Fokker D.IX was a Dutch single-seat fighter biplane of the early 1920s, continuing the Fokker fighter lineage developed during the First World War into the post-war period.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.99 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Early 1920s Dutch biplane fighter with thick cantilever lower wing
- Radial engine in neat cowling
- Open cockpit with cross-braced cabane struts
Biplane with a characteristic Fokker thick cantilever lower wing and a lighter upper wing. The radial engine, short span, and post-war Dutch construction style distinguish it from WWI predecessors.
Specifications
- The Fokker D.IX has a length of 8.99 m (29 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 7.09 m (23 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 223 km/h (139 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
First flown in 1921, the D.IX used Fokker's proven thick-section cantilever wing construction. It was evaluated by several air forces but did not achieve large export sales, competing in a crowded post-war market.
Variants
Limited production; minor variants with different engine fits were tested.
Where you'll see it
Evaluated by various air forces in the early 1920s; small numbers may have served with the Dutch Military Aviation.
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