Heinkel He 64
Heinkel · Germany · first flew 1933 · light aircraft
The Heinkel He 64 was a German low-wing monoplane sport and racing aircraft of the early 1930s, reflecting the aerodynamic refinement Heinkel brought to its designs during that period.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.32 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Sleek German 1930s low-wing monoplane sport aircraft
- Inline engine with carefully faired cowling for racing performance
- Two-seat cockpit and slotted folding trapezoidal wing
A clean, streamlined 1930s low-wing monoplane with a long-chord cowling; its racing lineage is apparent in the carefully faired undercarriage and smooth fuselage.
Specifications
- The Heinkel He 64 has a length of 8.32 m (27 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9.79 m (32 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 245 km/h (152 mph).
- Typical crew: 1-2.
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History
First flown in 1933 and built for that year's touring aircraft championships, the He 64 took the first three places in the Europa Rundflug. Seven were built, and the type was later used for testing; one was reportedly still active in the early 1950s.
Variants
A small number of He 64 aircraft were built with minor variations in engine fit and equipment.
Where you'll see it
Used by private German sportsmen and in European air races in the early 1930s; not adopted for military service.
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