Pomilio FVL-8

FVL-8
Role Fighter
National origin United States
Manufacturer Engineering Division/Fabbrica Aeroplani Ing. O. Pomilio
Designer Otterino Pomilio
First flight February 1919[1]
Number built 7


The Pomilio FVL-8 was a biplane fighter aircraft built by Fabbrica Aeroplani Ing. O. Pomilio for Engineering Division of the Aviation Section, U.S. Signal Corps.

Development and design

The FVL-8 was constructed of a wood framework, and covered in plywood. The wings were separated from the fuselage by struts. It was powered by a Liberty 8 engine, and armed by two machine guns. Six prototypes were constructed, the first had its first flight in February 1919. No order for production aircraft was received.[1]

Specifications

Data from Angelucci, 1987. p. 197.[1]

General characteristics

Performance


References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 Angelucci, 1987. p. 197.

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