Junkers T 23
Junkers · Germany · first flew 1923 · light aircraft
The Junkers T 23 was a two-seat training monoplane of the early 1920s, representative of Junkers' all-metal construction philosophy and their cantilevered low-wing monoplane layout that was far ahead of its time.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.26 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Junkers corrugated all-metal trainer of the early 1920s
- Cantilever low-wing monoplane — no external struts
- Open tandem cockpits with characteristic ribbed Duralumin skin
Identified by the Junkers hallmark corrugated Duralumin skin, strut-free cantilever low wing, and tandem open cockpits — larger and more capable than the earlier T 19.
Specifications
- The Junkers T 23 has a length of 7.26 m (24 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 13.5 m (44 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 140 km/h (87 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Built in 1923 as part of Junkers' extensive interwar product line, the T 23 served as a basic trainer demonstrating the reliability and repairability of metal construction. It was exported to several countries seeking modern training types.
Variants
The A 23 was a closely related commercial version; minor engine variants existed within the series.
Where you'll see it
Used in Germany and several export markets as a basic trainer through the mid-1920s; a small number of examples survive in museum collections.
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