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Koolhoven F.K.56

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Koolhoven F.K.56

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The Koolhoven F.K.56, unveiled in 1938, brought monoplane training advances to the Dutch air force. Its two-seat configuration, 300 km/h maximum speed, 11.5-meter wingspan, and 800-kilometer range offered advanced training capabilities beyond biplanes. The single-engine reliability supported systematic pilot progression.

Caractéristiques

Rôle
Basic training monoplane
Origine
Netherlands
Équipage
2
Moteurs
1
Premier vol
1938
Longueur
7,8 m
Envergure
11,5 m
Vitesse maximale
300 km/h
Autonomie
800 km