Udet U 12 Flamingo
Udet-Flugzeugbau · Germany · first flew 1925 · light aircraft
The Udet U 12 Flamingo was a German two-seat biplane of the mid-1920s used for sport flying, training, and aerobatics. Designed by Ernst Udet's company, it became a popular civil aircraft in Weimar-era Germany.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.4 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- German inter-war two-seat sports and training biplane
- Named after the flamingo bird
- Popular for aerobatics and touring in the Weimar Republic era
A conventional two-bay biplane with tandem open cockpits, equal-span wings, and the typical fabric-covered wooden construction of German inter-war sport aircraft.
Specifications
- The Udet U 12 Flamingo has a length of 7.4 m (24 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10 m (33 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 140 km/h (87 mph).
- Typical crew: 2 (tandem).
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History
Introduced in 1925 by Udet-Flugzeugbau, the Flamingo was produced in modest numbers and used by flying clubs and private owners. Ernst Udet himself was a noted aerobatic pilot and the aircraft reflected his passion for sport aviation.
Variants
Several sub-variants with different engine installations were produced; the basic configuration remained consistent.
Where you'll see it
Used widely by German civil flying clubs and private pilots during the late 1920s and early 1930s; also exported in small numbers.
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