Heinkel HD 17
Military
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The HD 17 represented a German-Swiss reconnaissance design variant from 1924, optimised for high speed relative to its class. At just 9.5 metres long, this single-engine aircraft achieved an impressive 240 km/h—likely reflecting a focus on speed for tactical reconnaissance and evasion. Its compact proportions suggest emphasis on agility over endurance.
Specifications
- Role
- Reconnaissance aircraft
- Origin
- German-Swiss
- Engines
- 1
- First flight
- 1924
- Length
- 9.5 m
- Max speed
- 240 km/h