Wittman D-12 Bonzo
Steve Wittman · United States · first flew 1935 · light aircraft
The Wittman D-12 Bonzo was an air racer designed by Steve Wittman for the Thompson Trophy races.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.1 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Small mid-wing air racer
- Curtiss D-12 V-12 engine in the nose
- Span and length both about 6.1 m
It was a single-seat racer powered by a 485 hp Curtiss D-12 V-12 liquid-cooled engine, with a span and length of 20 ft each.
Specifications
- The Wittman D-12 Bonzo has a length of 6.1 m (20 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 6.1 m (20 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 523 km/h (325 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
It first flew in 1935.
Variants
There were no variants: only one was built.
Where you'll see it
Its top speed of 325 mph made it faster than any United States military aircraft of the era.
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