A Fairey Swordfish biplane flying over the sea under dramatic cloudy skies, evoking its storied WWII maritime heritage.
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A Fairey Swordfish biplane flying over the sea under dramatic cloudy skies, evoking its storied WWII maritime heritage.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
FAIRY
Model
Fairey Swordfish
Manufacturer
Fairey Aviation
Airline
Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm (historic/military operator)
Livery
Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm WWII roundel and camouflage
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Bristol Pegasus III radial engine
Thrust
690 hp (515 kW)
Wingspan
13.87 meters
Length
11.07 meters
Height
3.76 meters
MTOW
3,725 kg
Range
880 kilometers
Capacity
3 (crew), 730 kg bombs/torpedoes (combat load)
Cruise Speed
222 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
N/A (pre-ICAO standards)