Polikarpov Po-2
Civilian
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The Polikarpov Po-2 is a Soviet utility biplane that first flew in 1927, becoming one of the most widely produced aircraft ever. At 8.2 meters long with an 11.4-meter wingspan, the two-seat Po-2 achieves just 152 km/h maximum speed but carries 630 kilometers of range, serving reconnaissance, training, and transport roles across Soviet aviation.
Specifications
- Role
- Utility biplane
- Crew
- 2
- Engines
- 1
- First flight
- 1927
- Length
- 8.2 m
- Wingspan
- 11.4 m
- Max speed
- 152 km/h
- Range
- 630 km