Sopwith Triplane

GPTKB entity

Statements (64)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:aircraft_configuration high-wing triplane
gptkbp:aircraft_operated biplane and triplane fighters
gptkbp:aircraft_role interceptor
gptkbp:aircraft_type gptkb:Boxer
gptkbp:armament machine guns
gptkbp:ceiling 20,000 ft
gptkbp:combat_role air superiority
gptkbp:combat_system gptkb:World_War_I
gptkbp:country_of_origin gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkbp:crew gptkb:1
gptkbp:cultural_impact featured in aviation history discussions
gptkbp:design triplane configuration
gptkbp:design_features lightweight construction
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Bristol_Jupiter
gptkbp:engine_power 230 hp
gptkbp:first_flight 1916
gptkbp:flight_style stable and responsive
gptkbp:height 8 ft 4 in
gptkbp:historical_context developed during WWI aviation advancements
gptkbp:historical_significance first triplane fighter to enter service
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Sopwith Triplane
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:Doctor
gptkbp:landing_gear fixed tailwheel
gptkbp:legacy influenced future aircraft designs
gptkbp:length 22 ft 6 in
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Sopwith_Aviation_Company
gptkbp:max_speed 138 mph
gptkbp:military_technology limited use after WWI
gptkbp:nickname Triplane
gptkbp:notable_event gptkb:Battle_of_the_Somme
gptkbp:notable_features three wings
gptkbp:notable_pilots gptkb:Raymond_Collishaw
used for training purposes
required skilled pilots
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:Royal_Naval_Air_Service
gptkbp:number_built approximately 150
gptkbp:operational_history served in multiple squadrons
gptkbp:performance excellent maneuverability
gptkbp:production_years 1916-1917
gptkbp:propeller two-bladed
gptkbp:range 400 miles
gptkbp:related_aircraft gptkb:Sopwith_Dolphin
gptkbp:retirement 1918
gptkbp:role gptkb:fighter_aircraft
gptkbp:service short-lived due to advancements in technology
gptkbp:service_entry gptkb:1917
gptkbp:squadron_history gptkb:No._10_Squadron_RFC
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Sopwith_Camel
gptkbp:type single-seat
gptkbp:used_by gptkb:Royal_Flying_Corps
gptkbp:variant gptkb:Sopwith_1½_Strutter
gptkbp:wing_area 290 sq ft
gptkbp:wingspan 28 ft 8 in
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:No._16_Squadron_RFC
gptkb:No._19_Squadron_RFC
gptkb:No._27_Squadron_RFC
gptkb:No._28_Squadron_RFC
gptkb:No._29_Squadron_RFC
gptkb:No._2_Squadron_RFC
gptkb:No._34_Squadron_RFC
gptkb:No._35_Squadron_RFC
gptkb:No._9_Squadron_RFC
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4