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Reconnaissance1930s prototype maritime reconnaissance floatplane by Aichi

E8A

E8A

The Aichi E8A (also designated Experimental 8-Shi Reconnaissance Seaplane or Aichi AB-7) was a prototype Japanese reconnaissance floatplane of the 1930s. It was a two-seat single engined biplane built for the Imperial Japanese Navy. Only two were built.

Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.

Manufacturer
Aichi
Category
Reconnaissance
Country of origin
Japan

Specifications

Powerplant
Nakajima Kotobuki
Engines
1
Seats
2
Length
29 ft
Wingspan
34 ft
Height
12 ft
Number built
2

Specifications are approximate and may vary by variant. Compiled from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

Reference and training only. Specifications vary by variant — consult the manufacturer and the official documents.