Marinens Flyvebaatfabrikk M.F.8
Marinens Flyvebaatfabrikk · Norway · first flew 1924 · light aircraft
The Marinens Flyvebaatfabrikk MF.8, also known as the Høver MF.8 after its designer, was a military training seaplane built in Norway in the 1920s.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 9.7 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Specifications
- The Marinens Flyvebaatfabrikk M.F.8 has a length of 9.7 m (32 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 14.5 m (48 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 105 km/h (65 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
It was designed by Johann E. Høver and first flew on 30 May 1924.
Variants
It was also known as the Høver MF.8.
Where you'll see it
Eight were built for the Royal Norwegian Navy Air Service. A pilot and an instructor made up the crew.
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