Sablatnig N.I
Josef Sablatnig · German Reich · first flew 1918 · transport aircraft
The Sablatnig N.I was a German naval patrol biplane floatplane developed in 1918 for coastal reconnaissance duties. It was a seaplane variant designed to operate from water bases along the German coast and occupied territories.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.7 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- WWI German naval patrol floatplane
- Twin-float undercarriage
- Late-war Imperial German Navy biplane
Identifiable as a floatplane biplane with twin main floats, conventional WWI-era two-bay wing structure, and a tractor piston engine. The float arrangement distinguishes it from the landplane C.I.
Specifications
- The Sablatnig N.I has a length of 8.7 m (29 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 16 m (52 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 125 km/h (78 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Built in the final year of World War I, the N.I entered service too late to see significant operational use before the Armistice. It was designed to patrol coastal waters and provide reconnaissance support for naval operations. The design shared much with the C.I landplane.
Variants
The N.I was the only significant naval version; it did not lead to further development after the war's end.
Where you'll see it
Saw very limited service with the Imperial German Navy in 1918 before the end of World War I curtailed further deployment.
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