VL Paarma

VL Paarma (English: Gadfly) was a Finnish biplane, two-seated trainer aircraft, designed by the State Aircraft Factory (Valtion Lentokonetehdas) for use with the Finnish Air Force. A prototype was constructed in 1930–31 and made its maiden flight on March 20, 1931. The aircraft was, however, underpowered, and the flight characteristics were poor. Suggestions for improvements were made and the engine was replaced by a higher-powered one. The aircraft was damaged in 1933 and was never repaired.

Operators

Finland

Finnish Air Force

Specifications (VL Paarma)

General characteristics

Crew: One
Length: 7.9 m (25 ft 11 in)
Wingspan: 10.5 m (34 ft 5 in)
Height: 2.8 m (9 ft 6 in)
Wing area: m² (ft²)
Max. takeoff weight: 960 kg (2,116 lbs)
Powerplant: 1 × Siemens-Halske Sh 12, 90 kW (120 hp)

Performance

Maximum speed: 135 km/h (84 mi/h)
Service ceiling: 3,000 m (9,840 ft)

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