The
U.S. Navy contingent received its first HD.2s in December 1917. Same
as the French unit, these aircraft flew the flying boats escorts on
their anti-submarine missions. |
Specifications |
General |
Role: Float Fighter Crew: 1 First flight: 1917 |
Dimensions |
Length: 7.00 m | Wingspan: 8.51 m | Height: 3.10 m | Empty weight: 495 kg | Loaded weight: 723 kg |
Engine |
1 × Clêrget 9B | 130 hp | Pistons |
Performances |
Maximum speed: 182 km/h | Service ceiling: 4800 m | Range: 300 km |
Armament |
2 xfixed, forward-firing .303-cal. (7.7 mm) Vickers machine gun |