Aviatik B.I
Military
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The Aviatik B.I reconnaissance aircraft, introduced in 1914, represents early German aerial observation technology during World War I's opening phase. Two crew operated this 7.9-meter aircraft with 14-meter span and distinctive six-engine configuration, achieving 100 km/h across 800 kilometers. Its unusual powerplant arrangement reflects experimental thinking about reconnaissance aircraft requirements.
Specifications
- Role
- Reconnaissance aircraft
- Crew
- 2
- Engines
- 6
- First flight
- 1914
- Length
- 7.9 m
- Wingspan
- 14 m
- Max speed
- 100 km/h
- Range
- 800 km