Junkers Ju 188
Military
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The Junkers Ju 188 tactical bomber and reconnaissance aircraft of 1941 refined the Ju 88 concept with improved aerodynamics and performance. Its four-crew layout managed pilot, co-pilot, bombardier, and gunner roles across diverse missions, while 498.9 km/h speed and 22-metre span enabled effective tactical operations. The streamlined design improved speed over its predecessor.
Specifications
- Role
- Tactical bomber/reconnaissance aircraft
- Crew
- 4
- Engines
- 2
- First flight
- 1941
- Length
- 14.9 m
- Wingspan
- 22 m
- Max speed
- 499 km/h