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Loire 46

Military
Loire 46

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The Loire 46, which debuted in 1934, blended trainer and fighter characteristics within French military aviation. Its single-seat configuration, 370 km/h performance, 11.8-meter wingspan, and 750-kilometer range supported training progression and light combat roles.

Specifications

Role
Trainer/fighter
Crew
1
Engines
1
First flight
1934
Length
7.9 m
Wingspan
11.8 m
Max speed
370 km/h
Range
750 km