Wibault 9
Wibault · France · first flew 1924 · fighter
The Wibault 9 was a French parasol-wing monoplane fighter of the mid-1920s, notable for its corrugated duralumin skin construction. It was designed by Michel Wibault and entered service with several air forces.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.2 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Corrugated metal-skinned parasol monoplane fighter
- Fixed undercarriage with streamlined fairings
- Single radial engine in prominent cowl
Identified by the high-mounted parasol wing with prominent struts, corrugated metal fuselage, fixed undercarriage, and radial nose engine with a prominent cowl ring.
Specifications
- The Wibault 9 has a length of 8.2 m (27 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 11 m (36 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 243 km/h (151 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
First flown in 1924, the Wibault 9 was adopted by France and exported to Chile and Poland among others. Its corrugated metal construction was advanced for the period and influenced later all-metal designs.
Variants
Several sub-variants existed with differing engines; the Wibault 7 and 72 were related export versions.
Where you'll see it
The Wibault 9 served with the French Aéronautique Militaire and export customers through the late 1920s before being superseded by more modern designs.
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