Statements (76)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:fighter_aircraft
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gptkbp:aircraft_configuration |
designed for versatility.
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gptkbp:aircraft_operated |
military aircraft.
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gptkbp:aircraft_role |
ground attack.
defensive and offensive operations. |
gptkbp:aircraft_type |
multirole aircraft
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gptkbp:armament |
4 × 20 mm Hispano cannons
6 × .303 in Browning machine guns |
gptkbp:bomb_load |
up to 1,000 lb
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gptkbp:ceiling |
8,000 m
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gptkbp:combat_debut |
1941
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gptkbp:combat_role |
interceptor
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gptkbp:crew |
2
pilot and navigator. |
gptkbp:cultural_impact |
featured in various films and documentaries.
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gptkbp:decommissioned |
in the 1960s.
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gptkbp:design |
Bristol Aeroplane Company design team
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gptkbp:design_features |
twin-engine configuration.
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gptkbp:design_purpose |
to intercept enemy aircraft.
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gptkbp:engine |
gptkb:Bristol_Hercules
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gptkbp:engine_type |
gptkb:radial_engine
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gptkbp:famous_for |
its effectiveness against German bombers.
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gptkbp:fighting_style |
high kill-to-loss ratio.
effective against enemy bombers. |
gptkbp:first_flight |
gptkb:1940
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gptkbp:has_limitations |
limited by fuel capacity.
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gptkbp:height |
4.57 m
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gptkbp:historical_context |
developed during WWII.
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gptkbp:historical_role |
significant in the Battle of Britain.
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gptkbp:historical_significance |
one of the most effective night fighters of WWII.
pivotal in air superiority. |
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Beaufighter Mk V
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gptkbp:influenced_by |
Bristol Blenheim.
advancements in aircraft technology. |
gptkbp:legacy |
remains a symbol of WWII aviation.
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gptkbp:length |
15.24 m
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gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:Bristol_Aeroplane_Company
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gptkbp:max_speed |
580 km/h
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gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight |
6,350 kg
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gptkbp:military_technology |
used in various air forces.
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gptkbp:nickname |
Beau
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gptkbp:notable_achievements |
contributed to the Allied victory.
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gptkbp:notable_event |
engaged in the Battle of the Atlantic.
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gptkbp:notable_features |
heavy armament and long range.
high speed and maneuverability. |
gptkbp:notable_mission |
successful night raids.
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gptkbp:notable_traits |
robust design and firepower.
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gptkbp:notable_users |
Royal Canadian Air Force.
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gptkbp:number_built |
approximately 5,500
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gptkbp:operated_by |
Royal New Zealand Air Force.
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gptkbp:operational_history |
served in various air forces worldwide.
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gptkbp:operational_theater |
gptkb:World_War_II
European Theater. |
gptkbp:origin |
UK.
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gptkbp:preserved_by |
on display in several aviation museums.
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gptkbp:primary_user |
gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
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gptkbp:propeller |
2
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gptkbp:range |
1,600 km
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gptkbp:related_aircraft |
Bristol Beaufighter Mk VI.
Bristol Beaufighter family. |
gptkbp:retired |
1960s
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gptkbp:retirement |
introduction of more advanced aircraft.
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gptkbp:role |
gptkb:aircraft
night fighter |
gptkbp:service |
1960s.
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gptkbp:service_entry |
1941
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gptkbp:service_history |
served in various theaters including Europe and the Pacific.
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gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Bristol_Beaufighter_Mk_X
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gptkbp:training |
used for training pilots.
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gptkbp:used_by |
gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
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gptkbp:used_in |
various conflicts post-WWII.
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gptkbp:variant |
gptkb:Bristol_Beaufighter
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gptkbp:wing_area |
50.3 m²
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gptkbp:wingspan |
16.51 m
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gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Beaufighter_Mk_I
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gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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