Heinkel HD 34

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HD 34
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RoleReconnaissance bomber
National originGermany
Manufacturer Heinkel
First flight1928
Number built1

The Heinkel HD 34 was a reconnaissance bomber built in Germany in the late 1920s.

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Design and development

The HD 34 was a twin-engine biplane designed for long-range reconnaissance. The center section had a front cockpit with side-by-side seating, with the third crewmember in the rear cockpit. [1] [2]

On June 26, 1928, the HD.34 suffered damage on a test flight after losing control. It was decided, however, not to repair the aircraft due to high costs of repair.

Specifications

Data from [3]

General characteristics

Performance

Armament

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References

  1. de Agostini. World Aviation. Heinkel: HD 25 - HD 44 Series Biplanes
  2. Arms & Armor. Manfred Griehl. Heinkel Combat Aircraft
  3. "Heinkel HD.34". www.airwar.ru.