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Fa 330 Bachstelze

Weser Flugzeugbau · Rotor kite · Germany · WWII (1939–1945)

Fa 330 Bachstelze — Rotor kite
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The Focke-Achgelis Fa 330 Bachstelze is a type of rotary-wing kite, known as a rotor kite. They were towed behind German Type IXD2 U-boats during World War II to allow a lookout to see further. About 200 were built by Weser Flugzeugbau.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Defence
Era
WWII (1939–1945)
Country
Germany
Manufacturer
Weser Flugzeugbau
Operator
Kriegsmarine
Primary Role
Rotor kite
Service Entry
1942
Produced
200
Length (ft)
15
Empty Weight (lb)
150
Max Speed (mph)
50