Heinkel He 71
Heinkel · Germany · first flew 1933 · light aircraft
The Heinkel He 71 was a small German single- or two-seat light touring monoplane produced in 1933, intended for sport flying and private use. It featured an enclosed cabin and a low-wing configuration that was progressive for a light aircraft of its day.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.97 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- German light sporting and touring monoplane of the 1930s
- Low-wing monoplane with an enclosed cabin and fixed undercarriage
- Small Argus inline engine giving modest cruise performance
A small low-wing cabin monoplane with a smooth skin, enclosed cockpit, fixed undercarriage, and a neat inline engine — typical of the wave of European light touring aircraft that appeared in the early 1930s.
Specifications
- The Heinkel He 71 has a length of 6.97 m (23 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9.5 m (31 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 200 km/h (124 mph).
- Typical crew: 1-2.
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History
Built by Heinkel in 1933 as a light sporting and touring aircraft, the He 71 was aimed at the growing German private aviation market. Production was limited and the type did not achieve significant commercial success, but it contributed to Heinkel's broad portfolio of aircraft types in the early 1930s.
Variants
No significant production variants; a small number of essentially identical aircraft were built.
Where you'll see it
Used by German private pilots and aero clubs in the mid-1930s.
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