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Dornier Do 215

Military
Dornier Do 215

Image: Wikimedia Commons

The Dornier Do 215 first flew in 1938 as a twin-engine light bomber and night fighter. With four crew and 1,553-kilometer range, its 470 km/h speed made it formidable in combat. The aircraft served Nazi Germany in multiple roles throughout the war.

Specifications

Role
Light bomber/Night fighter
Origin
Germany
Crew
4
Engines
2
First flight
1938
Length
15.8 m
Wingspan
18 m
Max speed
470 km/h
Range
1,553 km