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Caproni Campini N.1

Experimental · WWII (1939–1945)

Caproni Campini N.1 — Experimental
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The Caproni Campini N.1, also known as the C.C.2, is an experimental jet aircraft built in the 1930s by Italian aircraft manufacturer Caproni. The N.1 first flew in 1940 and was briefly regarded as the first successful jet-powered aircraft in history, before news emerged of the German Heinkel He 178's first flight a year earlier.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Experimental
Domain
Defence
Era
WWII (1939–1945)
Engine
motorjet
Thrust / Power
6.9 kN
Length (ft)
43
Wingspan (ft)
52
Empty Weight (lb)
8025
MTOW (lb)
9248
Service Ceiling (ft)
13123
Max Speed (mph)
233