The Focke-Achgelis Fa 223 Drache (English: Dragon[1]) was a helicopter developed by Germany during World War II. A single 750-kilowatt (1,010 hp) Bramo 323 radial engine powered two three-bladed 11.9-metre (39 ft) rotors mounted on twin booms on either side of the 12.2-metre-long (40 ft) cylindrical fuselage.

Focke-Wulf Fw 61 - World's first practical helicopter, first flown in 1936. [1] In use by USAAF, US Navy and US Coast Guard. In use by RAF and FAA. Cierva W.5 - 2-seater twin outrigger rotor helicopter, first flight 1938. Cierva W.9 - jet efflux torque …

2024年12月31日 · Here are three remarkable examples of Germany’s WWII helicopters. The Focke-Wulf FW 61 is widely considered the world’s first practical helicopter. Designed in 1936 by Heinrich Focke, this rotorcraft featured a single engine that powered two counter-rotating rotors mounted on outriggers.

This list covers aircraft of the German Luftwaffe during the Second World War from 1939 to 1945. Numerical designations are largely within the RLM designation system.

2022年2月4日 · It is little known that Germany produced helicopters in World War II. Here, Daniel Boustead discussed the successes and failures of the helicopters that Nazi Germany produced – as well as how the Nazis ultimately saw little benefit from them.

A review of the Focke-Achgelis Fa 223 and Fa 330 nazi helicopters that were developed, tested, or flown in World War II

2024年9月27日 · Here are five unique rotorcraft used during WWII, each bringing its own innovation and contribution to the war effort. 1. Focke-Achgelis Fa 223 Drache. The German Focke-Achgelis Fa 223 Drache, meaning “Dragon,” was the first helicopter to enter limited production during WWII.

2022年11月24日 · While it may have been the Soviets that created the only armed combat autogyro during the conflict, Germany produced the most helicopters during WW2. They were flown by the Luftwaffe and Kriegsmarine, and it’s no wonder the country is often credited with creating the first functional chopper.

The Focke-Achgelis Fa 223 Drache, which translates to “Dragon” in German, was a large transport helicopter developed by the Focke-Achgelis company during World War II. It was one of the earliest practical helicopters and played a pioneering …

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