Takasou TN-6
Takayuki Takasou · Japan · first flew 1917 · light aircraft
The Takasou TN-6 was a Japanese single-seat biplane. It was much modified through a relatively long career as a trainer.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.9 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Single-seat biplane
- Single tractor engine of 65 hp
- Wooden two-bladed propeller
Look for a small single-seat biplane with a single 65 hp engine driving a wooden two-bladed propeller.
Specifications
- The Takasou TN-6 has a length of 7.9 m (26 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 11.2 m (37 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 98 km/h (61 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
It was designed and built by Takayuki Takasou and first flew in late 1917.
Variants
Its last rebuild gave it an extra seat and a change of name to Yasui TN-6 Kai.
Where you'll see it
It was used as a trainer and was modified several times during its career.
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