Klemm Kl 105
Klemm · Germany · first flew 1937 · light aircraft
The Klemm Kl 105 was a German two-seat light touring aircraft developed by Klemm Leichtflugzeugbau in the late 1930s. Klemm was renowned for light, efficient low-wing monoplanes aimed at the private and club flying market.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.35 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- German interwar two-seat light touring monoplane
- Klemm low-wing design with side-by-side seating
- Characteristic Klemm rounded wing tips and gentle lines
A low-wing two-seat monoplane with rounded wingtips, a small inline engine, and a very clean, lightweight airframe typical of Klemm's design philosophy.
Specifications
- The Klemm Kl 105 has a length of 7.35 m (24 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.92 m (36 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 150 km/h (93 mph).
- Typical crew: 1 + 1.
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History
Klemm developed the Kl 105 as part of its line of light aircraft intended for the expanding German aviation enthusiast and training market. The type flew in the late 1930s and was produced in small numbers. German rearmament and the outbreak of WWII curtailed civilian aircraft development and production.
Variants
Minor engine variants are recorded; the basic airframe remained consistent.
Where you'll see it
Operated by German private owners and flying clubs in the late 1930s; the type did not see military use.
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