Focke-Wulf Fw 186

Fw 186
Sketch of Focke-Wulf Fw 186
Role Autogyro
Type of aircraft
National origin Germany
Manufacturer Focke-Wulf
Number built One

The Focke-Wulf Fw 186 was a one-man autogyro, built by Focke-Wulf in 1937 with backing from the RLM (ReichsLuftfahrtMinisterium - Reich Aviation Ministry), for use as a liaison and reconnaissance aircraft. It featured short takeoff and landing (STOL) characteristics.

Only one prototype of the aircraft was constructed, and the project was abandoned when the RLM preferred the Fieseler Fi 156 Storch over the Fw 186.[citation needed]

See also

  • Kayaba Ka-1, Japanese autogyro resembling the Fw 186

References

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Note: Official RLM designations had the prefix "8-", but this was usually dropped and replaced with the manufacturer's prefix.


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