Airco DH.10 Amiens
Military
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The DH.10 Amiens heavy bomber emerged in 1918 with twin engines generating 210.8 km/h across a 20-meter span configuration. This large British strategic bomber represented advanced thinking for its era, tackling strategic targets with increased payload and range compared to earlier single-engine designs. Its development demonstrated growing emphasis on strategic bombing capability and long-range operations.
Specifications
- Role
- Heavy bomber
- Engines
- 2
- First flight
- 1918
- Length
- 11.9 m
- Wingspan
- 20 m
- Max speed
- 211 km/h