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BFK-1 Kolibri

Borgward · Germany · Early Jet (1946–1969)

BFK-1 Kolibri — Fixed Wing
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The Borgward BFK-1 Kolibri, or Borgward-Focke BFK-1 Kolibri, was a German three-seated utility helicopter built by Borgward, designed by Heinrich Focke and was the first German helicopter after World War II. The helicopter first flew on 8 July 1958 in Bremen, piloted by Ewald Rohlfs.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Civil
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country
Germany
Manufacturer
Borgward
Service Entry
1958
Engine
1× air-cooled six-cylinder
Thrust / Power
260 hp
Length (ft)
27
Empty Weight (lb)
1764
MTOW (lb)
2646
Endurance (hr)
3 hours
Service Ceiling (ft)
14764
Range (mi)
199
Max Speed (mph)
99