Fieseler Fi 156 Storch
Military
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The Fieseler Fi 156 Storch first flew in 1936 and became famous for exceptional short-field performance. Two crew members operated this remarkable aircraft that achieved 175 km/h and served Nazi Germany in reconnaissance and communications roles. Its ability to land in tiny clearings made it invaluable.
Specifications
- Role
- Reconnaissance & communications
- Origin
- Nazi Germany
- Crew
- 2
- Engines
- 1
- First flight
- 1936
- Length
- 9.9 m
- Wingspan
- 14.2 m
- Max speed
- 175 km/h