Koolhoven F.K.43
Civilian
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The Koolhoven F.K.43, launched in 1931, aspired toward passenger transport with a single-engine configuration and competitive specifications. Its 210 km/h cruise, 720-kilometer range, and 11-meter wingspan allowed modest commercial flying between regional centers. The single-pilot requirement simplified operations for smaller airlines.
Specifications
- Role
- passenger transport
- Crew
- 1
- Engines
- 1
- First flight
- 1931
- Length
- 8.3 m
- Wingspan
- 11 m
- Max speed
- 210 km/h
- Range
- 720 km