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Hanriot Ponnier D.III

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Hanriot Ponnier D.III

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A French racing aircraft emphasizing lightweight efficiency, the Ponnier D.III achieved 200 km/h despite its minimal 5.4-meter fuselage. The single engine and 7.2-meter wingspan created a streamlined platform optimized for competition. This aircraft represented interwar racing philosophy.

Specifications

Role
Racing aircraft
Origin
France
Engines
1
First flight
1913
Length
5.4 m
Wingspan
7.2 m
Max speed
200 km/h