Nieuport 14
Nieuport · France · first flew 1915 · transport aircraft
The Nieuport 14 was a French First World War biplane used primarily for reconnaissance and light bombing duties. It followed the Nieuport sesquiplane formula with a larger upper wing and narrow lower wing.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.3 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- WWI French biplane used for bombing and reconnaissance
- Sesquiplane configuration with narrow lower wing
- Single rotary engine, open cockpit
A sesquiplane with a single rotary engine, the upper wing noticeably larger than the lower; the two-seat open cockpit configuration distinguishes it from the single-seat Nieuport fighter sesquiplanes.
Specifications
- The Nieuport 14 has a length of 7.3 m (24 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12 m (39 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 145 km/h (90 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Developed in 1915, the Nieuport 14 entered service with the Aviation Militaire as a two-seat reconnaissance and bombing aircraft. It was less celebrated than the single-seat Nieuport fighters but contributed to French aerial reconnaissance operations. The type was replaced relatively quickly as more capable aircraft appeared.
Variants
Limited production variants; some were used for mail carrying and experimental purposes after the war.
Where you'll see it
Served with French Aviation Militaire and in small numbers with allied forces during World War I.
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