Dutch Modelling and Aviation

In Memoriam

Klaas Willem Jonker
(Wilko)
† April 30, 2018

On Monday, April 30, 2018, Wilko Jonker passed away after a long illness at the age of 58. He leaves behind a wife and two children. The Dutch military aviation and plastic model building were his hobby and on this website he has shared all the knowledge he has gathered about it over the many years. His hobby was able to distract him from the raging disease in his body until the last week of his life. The contacts with other hobbyists were a major support for him.

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History

Albatros B. II was designed by Ernst Heinkel. The B.II was released at about the outbreak of the war and was widely used.
It had a smaller wingspan than the Albatros B.I
Two versions were built, Series 21 and Series 22, which differed from each other mainly by the more powerful engine and a number of constructive changes.
After 1915, the plane was gradually phased out, but remained in use as a trainer for some time.

Versions.

During the production it was fitted with different engines.
Also a float version was built under the designation Albatros B.IIW.
A trainer version with a larger wingspan and another engine was designated Albatros B. IIa

 

Technical Information
Dimensions:
Length: 12,8 m Wingspan: 7,63 m
Height: 3,15 m Wing area: 40,12 m2
Weights:
Empty weight: 723 kg Max. start weight: 1071 kg
Performances:
Max. speed: 105 km/u Rate of climb: 10 min to 700 m
Range: 4 hrs Service ceiling:  
Miscellaneous:
Engine type: One Mercedes D.III rated 120 hp
Crew: Two  men
Armament: .

 

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