Flugzeugbau Friedrichshafen FF.49
Flugzeugbau Friedrichshafen · German Empire · first flew 1917 · transport aircraft
The Friedrichshafen FF.49 was a German World War I biplane floatplane used for long-range maritime patrol and reconnaissance over the North Sea and Baltic.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 11.65 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- WWI German float biplane used for maritime patrol
- Single-engine pusher or tractor biplane with twin floats
- Long-range maritime reconnaissance role over the Baltic and North Seas
Twin-float biplane of conventional WWI German naval configuration; distinguished by its relatively large span and long-range fuel capacity compared to earlier FF types.
Specifications
- The Flugzeugbau Friedrichshafen FF.49 has a length of 11.65 m (38 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 17.5 m (57 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 140 km/h (87 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Developed by Flugzeugbau Friedrichshafen from their line of successful naval floatplanes, the FF.49 entered service with the Imperial German Navy in 1917 and carried out anti-submarine and reconnaissance patrols.
Variants
The FF.49b was an improved variant with greater range and a more powerful engine.
Where you'll see it
Operated by the Imperial German Navy (Kaiserliche Marine) in the North Sea and Baltic theatres from 1917 to the armistice.
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