Vecihi K-VI
Vecihi Hürkuş · Turkey · first flew 1925 · light aircraft
The Vecihi K-VI was an early Turkish-designed and built monoplane, one of the first aircraft constructed in the Republic of Turkey, reflecting nascent national aviation ambitions in the 1920s.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.61 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Early Turkish-designed monoplane
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Small low-wing monoplane of 1920s construction with an open cockpit; distinguished by its Turkish provenance and the K-series designation.
Specifications
- The Vecihi K-VI has a length of 7.61 m (25 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 11.7 m (38 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 207 km/h (129 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
Designed by pioneer aviator Vecihi Hürkuş, the K-VI was built in Turkey around 1925 as part of his efforts to establish domestic aircraft manufacturing. Hürkuş is celebrated as one of Turkey's first aeronautical engineers and pilots.
Variants
The K series comprised several aircraft, the K-VI being the sixth in the sequence; each differed in configuration and engine.
Where you'll see it
The K-VI served as a demonstration of Turkish manufacturing capability rather than entering regular service; it contributed to Hürkuş's later proposals for Turkish military aviation.
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