Ponnier Metal Biplane (1913)

[Cy-27]

Ponnier F.1 Metal Biplane (1913)

French reconnaissance two-seat biplane with a metal framework and a pusher engine. The photo possibly shows the second version of the first Ponnier F 1.

General characteristics

Engine: 1 x Gnome Rotary 80 h.p.
Wing span: 13.00 m
Length: 7.95 m
Height: 3.25 m
Wing area: 30.00 m²
Accommodation: 2
Empty weight: 340 kg
Gross weight: 650 kg
Maximum speed: 105 km/h
Rate of climb: 500 m in 6 minutes

Source:

Pioniere der Fruhen Luftfahrt by Schmitt and Schwipps (Gondrom) ISBN 3-8112-1189-7

 

[hesham]

Hi,

the Ponnier F.1.

 

[VictorXL188]

A further picture of the Ponnier F.1