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Avions Fairey Fairey Fantôme

Military
Avions Fairey Fairey Fantôme

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The Avions Fairey Fantôme fighter, introduced in 1935, represents Belgian aviation innovation and technical capability during the interwar period. Single-crewed and reaching an exceptional 434.5 km/h through a 10.5-meter span, this 8.4-meter-long fighter achieved performance competitive with contemporary designs from larger nations. It demonstrated Belgian engineering excellence.

Specifications

Role
Fighter
Origin
United Kingdom
Crew
1
Engines
1
First flight
1935
Length
8.4 m
Wingspan
10.5 m
Max speed
435 km/h