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Dobi-I

Jurgis Dobkevičius · Experimental aircraft · Lithuania · Interwar (1919–1938)

Dobi-I — Experimental aircraft
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The Dobi-I was designed by Lithuanian aviator Jurgis Dobkevičius and the first airplane of Lithuanian design. Jurgis Dobkevičius started designing and building Dobi-I in 1921, and it was first tested by its designer in July 1922. The single Dobi-I prototype was damaged beyond repair in an accident on 1 December 1925.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Experimental
Domain
Civil
Era
Interwar (1919–1938)
Country
Lithuania
Manufacturer
Jurgis Dobkevičius
Primary Role
Experimental aircraft
Status
Retired
Service Entry
1922
Engine
1× flat twin
Thrust / Power
30 hp
Length (ft)
15
Wingspan (ft)
26
Empty Weight (lb)
368
MTOW (lb)
650
Service Ceiling (ft)
12467
Max Speed (mph)
109