Fokker M.4
Fokker · German Reich · first flew 1913 · light aircraft
The Fokker M.4 was an early Fokker biplane developed in 1913, used as a trainer and demonstration aircraft in the years leading up to WWI. It was one of several M-series (Militär) types that established Fokker's reputation with German aviation authorities.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 10 m fuselage length for an early Fokker design |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Pre-WWI Fokker biplane trainer
- 10 m fuselage length for an early Fokker design
- Two-seat configuration with rotary engine
Larger pre-war Fokker biplane with 14 m span; conventional layout distinguishes it from the smaller, lighter M.1–M.3 series.
Specifications
- The Fokker M.4 has a length of 10 m (33 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 14 m (46 ft).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Anthony Fokker developed the M-series in the 1913–1914 period to attract military contracts in Germany. The M.4 was larger than earlier Fokker types and served as a training aircraft before the war transformed the M-series into combat designs.
Variants
The M-series progressed from M.1 through M.22 before leading to wartime types; the M.4 was an early step in this lineage.
Where you'll see it
Used for training and evaluation in Germany before and at the start of WWI.
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