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Junkers J 15

Civilian
Junkers J 15

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The Junkers J 15 experimental passenger aircraft of 1921 represented early German civil aviation development post-Versailles. Its single-seat passenger configuration (with pilot) achieved 145 km/h across 700-kilometre range—modest by later standards but practical for early air services. The experimental status suggests limited commercial development.

Specifications

Role
Experimental passenger aircraft
Origin
Germany
Crew
1
Engines
1
First flight
1921
Length
8 m
Wingspan
11 m
Max speed
145 km/h
Range
700 km