The Royal Aircraft Factory R.E.8 was a British two-seat biplane reconnaissanceand bomber aircraft of the First World War designed by John Kenworthy at theRoyal Aircraft Factory. Intended as a replacement for the vulnerable B.E.2, the R.E.8 was widely regarded as more difficult to fly, and gained a reputation in theRoyal Flying Corps for being "unsafe" that was never entirely dispelled. Although eventually it gave reasonably satisfactory service, it was never an outstanding combat aircraft.
Specifications
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 30.1ft (9.2m)
- Length 31.1ft (9.5m)
- Height 11.6ft (3.5m)
- Empty Weight 2,361lbs (1,071kg)
- Loaded Weight 5,812lbs (2,636kg)
Performance
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.103
- Wing Loading 14.6lbs/ft2 (71.2kg/m2)
- Wing Area 398.4ft2 (37.0m2)
- Drag Points 1266
Parts
- Number of Parts 55
- Control Surfaces 8
- Performance Cost 249
