Heinkel He 46
Military
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The He 46 reconnaissance and army co-operation aircraft of 1931 reflected the tactical evolution of general-purpose military aircraft. Its two-crew configuration supported pilot and observer across reconnaissance and liaison missions, while 250 km/h and 1000-kilometre range enabled flexible deployment. The 14-metre span optimised manoeuvrability and visibility for ground coordination work.
Specifications
- Role
- Reconnaissance; Army co-operation
- Crew
- 2
- Engines
- 1
- First flight
- 1931
- Length
- 9.5 m
- Wingspan
- 14 m
- Max speed
- 250 km/h
- Range
- 1,000 km