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Koolhoven F.K.53

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Koolhoven F.K.53

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The Koolhoven F.K.53 reflected late-1930s sport aircraft refinement, debuting in 1936 with elegant proportions and solid performance. Achieving 150 km/h from its single engine, the 7.2-meter airframe with 10.5-meter wingspan offered Dutch sportsmen an efficient platform for recreational flying across European airspace.

Specifications

Role
Sport aircraft
Origin
Netherlands
Engines
1
First flight
1936
Length
7.2 m
Wingspan
10.5 m
Max speed
150 km/h
Range
370 km