Piaggio P.16
Piaggio · Italy · first flew 1934 · bomber
The Piaggio P.16 was an Italian trimotor monoplane developed in the 1930s for torpedo bombing and maritime patrol roles with the Regia Aeronautica. It combined a high-wing layout with three radial engines.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 3 × piston, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 13.35 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- 1930s Italian trimotor high-wing monoplane
- Three radial engines — one in nose, two on wings
- Large high-wing torpedo/bomber transport
A large three-engined high-wing monoplane; the trimotor layout with one engine in the nose and one under each wing is the key identification feature.
Specifications
- The Piaggio P.16 has a length of 13.35 m (44 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 22 m (72 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 400 km/h (249 mph).
- Typical crew: 4-5.
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History
First flown in 1934, the P.16 was evaluated by the Italian Air Force for torpedo attack missions. It competed with other Italian designs of the period but was produced in limited numbers.
Variants
Variants included torpedo bomber and general reconnaissance configurations; production numbers were small.
Where you'll see it
Used in limited numbers by the Regia Aeronautica in the mid-to-late 1930s for maritime patrol and torpedo attack duties.
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