Focke-Wulf Fw 186
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.
| Fw 186 | |
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| Sketch of Focke-Wulf Fw 186 | |
| Role | Autogyro |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Focke-Wulf |
| Number built | One |
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.[1][2][3][4]
See also
- Kayaba Ka-1, Japanese autogyro resembling the Fw 186
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