Heinkel HD 17
| HD 17 | |
|---|---|
| Role | Reconnaissance aircraft |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Heinkel |
| First flight | Template:Avyear |
| Primary user | Reichswehr |
The Heinkel HD 17 was a military reconnaissance aircraft produced in Germany in the late 1920s. It was a conventional single-bay biplane with staggered wings of unequal span braced with N-type interplane struts. The pilot and observer sat in tandem, open cockpits, and the main units of the fixed, tailskid undercarriage were linked by a cross-axle. In 1926, it was evaluated by the Reichswehr to equip the secret aviation training school at Lipetsk, and was selected in favour of the competing Albatros L 65. Seven aircraft were purchased and used briefly for training until replaced by more modern designs.
Specifications
General characteristics
- Crew: Two, pilot and observer
Performance
References
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- Taylor, Michael J. H. (1989). Jane's Encyclopedia of Aviation. London: Studio Editions. p. 498.