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Armstrong Whitworth Ape

Interwar (1919–1938)

Armstrong Whitworth Ape — Fixed Wing
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The Ape was a British biplane experimental aeroplane built by Armstrong Whitworth Aircraft in the early 1920s and first flown on 5 January 1926 to "answer all the questions of aerodynamics."

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Defence
Era
Interwar (1919–1938)
Engine
1× radial engine
Thrust / Power
180 hp
Length (ft)
28
Wingspan (ft)
40
Empty Weight (lb)
2020
MTOW (lb)
2700
Service Ceiling (ft)
6400
Max Speed (mph)
90