Morane-Borel Monoplane
Morane-Borel · France · first flew 1911 · light aircraft
The Morane-Borel monoplane was an early French pioneer aircraft of 1911, produced by the partnership of Léon Morane and Gabriel Borel before Morane joined Saulnier to form the famous Morane-Saulnier firm.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.5 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Edwardian wire-braced monoplane with warped wing control
- Rotary engine with exposed cylinder heads
- Tractor propeller and wire undercarriage typical of 1911 pioneer aircraft
A classic Edwardian tractor monoplane with an exposed rotary engine, wire bracing from a central king-post, wing-warping lateral control, and a simple skid undercarriage.
Specifications
- The Morane-Borel Monoplane has a length of 6.5 m (21 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9.5 m (31 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 111 km/h (69 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
The aircraft was built during the golden age of French pioneering aviation and was used in racing and record attempts. The Morane-Borel collaboration was short-lived; Morane subsequently co-founded Morane-Saulnier, which became far more influential.
Variants
Slight variations existed between individual aircraft, as was typical of hand-built pioneer monoplanes; no formal variant series was established.
Where you'll see it
Used in civil racing and demonstration flying; not a military type.
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