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Grade monoplane

Hans Grade · General Aviation · Germany · Pioneer Age (pre-1919)

Grade monoplane — General Aviation
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The Grade monoplane was a single-seat aircraft constructed by Hans Grade in 1909. It was the first successful heavier-than-air aircraft produced in Germany, and around 80 were eventually built.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
General Aviation
Domain
Civil
Era
Pioneer Age (pre-1919)
Country
Germany
Manufacturer
Hans Grade
Service Entry
1909
Produced
80
Engine
1× air-cooled V-4 two-stroke piston engine
Thrust / Power
12 kW
Wingspan (ft)
33
Empty Weight (lb)
276
MTOW (lb)
441
Max Speed (mph)
37