fi-156 fiesler storch
07-06-2005, 10:14 PM
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fi-156 fiesler storch
hi I just bought a used never flown fiesler storch and I was wondering if anyone knew the flight characteristics of this plane? I have never flown warbirds yet but want to get started. Any help will be appreciated I also have a pic of the plane.
07-08-2005, 05:28 AM
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RE: fi-156 fiesler storch
Not to sure how this plane would fly as RC, but the real thing was great engineering achievement! (i think anyway 
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One of the most unique aircraft ever produced, the Fiesler Fi-156 Storch was an aircraft built for a specific task. Able to take off and land in literally twice its own length, it was perfect for forward air observation on battlefields and air ambulence work. Flying for the German Luftwaffe in WWII, it saw service on all fronts.
Specifications
One Pilot and Two Passengers
or Two Wounded on Litters
One Argus As 10P Engine
Inverted Air-cooled V-8 Inline
270 hp @ 2,100 rpm
One 7.9 mm Machine Gun
(Rearward firing for defense)
Max. Speed 109 mph @ Sea Level
Cruise Speed 90 mph
Minimum Speed 32 mph
Climb to 3,000 ft in 4 minutes
Service Ceiling 15,000 ft
Length 32' 6"
Height 9' 10"
Wing Span 46' 9"
Max. Weight 2,911 lbs
Empty Weight 2,051 lbs
Normal Fuel 77 gallons
Normal Range 240 miles
One Pilot and Two Passengers
or Two Wounded on Litters
One Argus As 10P Engine
Inverted Air-cooled V-8 Inline
270 hp @ 2,100 rpm
One 7.9 mm Machine Gun
(Rearward firing for defense)
Max. Speed 109 mph @ Sea Level
Cruise Speed 90 mph
Minimum Speed 32 mph
Climb to 3,000 ft in 4 minutes
Service Ceiling 15,000 ft
Length 32' 6"
Height 9' 10"
Wing Span 46' 9"
Max. Weight 2,911 lbs
Empty Weight 2,051 lbs
Normal Fuel 77 gallons
Normal Range 240 miles
07-08-2005, 06:57 AM
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RE: fi-156 fiesler storch
The leading edge slats make the airplane capable of very slow flight, practically at walking speed. With flaps applied, takeoff's and landings are very short. It should fly like a trainer. Have fun, it's an interesting aircraft.
