IVL C.24
Valtion lentokonetehdas (VL) · Finland · first flew 1924 · fighter
The IVL C.24 was one of the earliest aircraft built by the Finnish state factory Valtion lentokonetehdas, flying in 1924. It was a conventional biplane fighter representative of European design practice in the immediate post-WWI period.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.1 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Finnish biplane fighter of 1924 from state factory VL
- Two-bay biplane of early 1920s design
- Pioneer Finnish military aircraft
A two-bay biplane with fixed undercarriage and an inline or rotary engine; the wider wingspan compared to the later C.VI.25 is a minor distinguishing feature among Finnish biplanes of the period.
Specifications
- The IVL C.24 has a length of 7.1 m (23 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12.1 m (40 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 200 km/h (124 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
The C.24 was produced during Finland's first steps toward domestic aircraft manufacturing, providing the Finnish Air Force with experience in operating locally built aircraft. The type was quickly rendered obsolete by advances in fighter design through the mid-1920s and replaced by later IVL products.
Variants
No significant variants are documented.
Where you'll see it
Served briefly with the Finnish Air Force in the mid-1920s before retirement.
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