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Avro Avocet

Military
Avro Avocet

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The Avro Avocet fighter, introduced in 1927, maintained aggressive combat capability during the interwar period's military aviation development. Single-crewed and spanning 8.8 meters, this 7.5-meter aircraft reached 214 km/h, competing with contemporary military designs for reconnaissance and fighter roles. Its performance characteristics suited varied operational requirements.

Specifications

Role
Fighter
Crew
1
Engines
1
First flight
1927
Length
7.5 m
Wingspan
8.8 m
Max speed
214 km/h