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1st Latvian
Aviation Group - On 9th May 1919 flown over by Janis Prieditis from
the Bolshevik forces to Germans. The aircraft became the first aircraft
in 1st Latvian Aviation Group formed on 7th July 1919. From 27th August
1919 Prieditis flew combat sorties against Bolsheviks. The aircraft
was used until 1923. |
Specifications |
| General |
Type:
Fighter |
| Engine |
| 1 × Le Rhône 9J Rotary engine | 130 hp | Pistons |
| Dimensions/Masses |
| Length: 5.88 m | Width:
8.18 m | Height: 2.44 m Weight: 354 kg | Max. Combat Weight: 544 kg |
| Performances |
| Max. Speed: 187 km/h | Ceiling: 5500 m | Range: 250 km |
| Armament |
MG:
1 x .303-cal. (7.7 mm) Vickers MG and sometimes
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