Pomilio FVL-8

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FVL-8
Pomilio Fighter-Victory-Liberty-8.jpg
RoleFighter
National origin United States
Manufacturer Engineering Division/Fabbrica Aeroplani Ing. O. Pomilio
Designer Otterino Pomilio
First flightFebruary 1919 [1]
Number built7

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.

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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 2 3 Angelucci, 1987. p. 197.

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