History
The Friedrichshafen FF.29 was designed as a light weight biplane on floats. IT was equipped with a Mercedes D.II engine and succeeded the pre war FF-19.
44 Examples were built.
First examples entered operational service in November 1914. It was used for patrols along the coast and also for reconnaissance duties. It was possible to carry a small bomb load.
Noteworthy is the fact that a FF.29 was the first aircraft to be launched from a submarine.
The FF.29A was a version with improved floats and tail.
Dimensions: | |||
Length: | 10,21 m | Wingspan: | 16,21 m |
Height: | - m | Wing area: | 60 m2 |
Weights: | |||
Empty weight: | - kg | Max. start weight: | - kg |
Performances: | |||
Max. speed: | 100 km/hr | Climbing speed: | - m/min |
Cruising speed: | - km/hr | ||
Range: | - km | Service ceiling: | - m |
Miscellaneous: | |||
Engine type: | One Mercedes D-II rated 120 hp | ||
Crew: | Two men; one aviator plus one observer | ||
Armament: | Mpme |