Nieuport II
Nieuport · France · first flew 1909 · light aircraft
The Nieuport II was an early French monoplane designed by Édouard Nieuport around 1909–1910, representing one of the first practical aircraft from what would become one of the most famous names in aviation. It established the Nieuport company's reputation for aerodynamic refinement.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.5 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Early French monoplane from the dawn of aviation
- Single-seat open-cockpit design with wire bracing
- Pioneer aircraft by Édouard Nieuport
A typical pioneer-era wire-braced monoplane with a tractor propeller, open cockpit, and a simple undercarriage, distinguishable from contemporaries by its relatively clean fuselage lines.
Specifications
- The Nieuport II has a length of 7.5 m (25 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10 m (33 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 110 km/h (68 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
Édouard Nieuport developed a series of monoplanes in the years before World War One that were noted for their speed and clean lines. The Type II competed in early air races and demonstrated superior performance to many contemporaries.
Variants
Nieuport produced a succession of numbered monoplane types (II, IV, VI, etc.) with progressive improvements in engine power and aerodynamic efficiency.
Where you'll see it
Used in early air racing and touring; some were acquired by military establishments for evaluation before the outbreak of World War One.
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