Schneider Henri-Paul
Schneider · France · first flew 1922 · bomber
The Schneider Henri-Paul was a French four-engine all-metal night bomber of 1922, named in honour of Henri-Paul Schneider, the company heir killed in World War I, and representing an early experiment in all-metal heavy bomber design.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 4 × piston, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 19.98 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- French four-engine all-metal night bomber of 1922, named for company heir killed in WWI
- Very large wingspan of 30 m, advanced all-metal construction
- Single example; one of the earliest all-metal heavy bombers
The very large 30-metre wingspan, four engines distributed across the high wing, and all-metal construction make the Henri-Paul stand apart from the wood-and-fabric bombers of the early 1920s.
Specifications
- The Schneider Henri-Paul has a length of 19.98 m (66 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 30 m (98 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 160 km/h (99 mph).
- Typical crew: 4–6.
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History
Constructed by Schneider as a single prototype, the Henri-Paul was powered by four piston engines and used all-metal construction throughout, making it an exceptionally advanced design for its era. It did not attract a production order.
Variants
No variants; a single prototype only.
Where you'll see it
The Henri-Paul did not enter French Air Service.
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