Fokker D. VIII

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Fokker_D._VII
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:Hermann_Göring
high-wing monoplane
used for pilot training
single-seat fighter
Fokker D. VIII (V.25)
recognized by its distinctive shape
gptkbp:allows limited range and payload
gptkbp:armament 2 × 7.92 mm M G08 machine guns
gptkbp:cockpit open cockpit
gptkbp:combat_role air superiority
gptkbp:debut_year 1918
gptkbp:design gptkb:Anton_Fokker
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Rotary_engine
110 hp
gptkbp:features cantilever wing
gptkbp:financial_performance good stability and control
gptkbp:first_flight 1918
excellent flying characteristics
gptkbp:frequency 1918-1919
gptkbp:height 2.5 m
gptkbp:historical_context developed during World War I
gptkbp:historical_significance last German fighter aircraft of WWI
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Fokker D. VIII
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:hospital
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:Luftstreitkräfte
gptkbp:landing_gear fixed tailwheel
gptkbp:legacy influenced future aircraft designs
gptkbp:length 6.5 m
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Fokker
gptkbp:material wood and fabric
gptkbp:max_speed 200 km/h
gptkbp:military_technology some used in civilian roles
gptkbp:nationality gptkb:Native_American_tribe
gptkbp:notable_event used in post-war conflicts
gptkbp:notable_features unique wing design
gptkbp:number_built approximately 400
gptkbp:operational_history limited operational history
gptkbp:production_years 1918
gptkbp:propulsion two-bladed propeller
gptkbp:retirement_year 1919
gptkbp:role gptkb:boxing_match
gptkbp:roll_rate high roll rate
gptkbp:service_ceiling 6000 m
gptkbp:speed good stall characteristics
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Fokker_D._XI
gptkbp:type gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:variant Fokker D. VIII (V.24)
gptkbp:weight 650 kg
gptkbp:wing_area 20 m²
gptkbp:wingspan 8.5 m