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Focke-Wulf W. 4
Focke-Wulf W.4 D-1730 (msn 55), A reconnaissance floatplane, designed in 1927, stressed for catapults. Tested by the E-Stelle at Travemunde and withdrawn from use in January 1932. Date: circa 1929
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1932 Catapults Floatplane Focke Wulf Reconnaissance Stressed Tested Withdrawn 1927 1929 Designed January Travemunde
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This photograph showcases the Focke-Wulf W.4 D-1730 (msn 55), a reconnaissance floatplane designed by the renowned German aircraft manufacturing company, Focke-Wulf, in 1927. The W.4 was specifically engineered to withstand the rigors of catapult launching, making it an innovative and advanced design for its time. The image, believed to have been taken around 1929, depicts this sleek and streamlined aircraft undergoing rigorous testing at the E-Stelle facility in Travemunde. The E-Stelle, or the German Aviation Technical Research Establishment, was a leading center for aviation research and development during the interwar period. The Focke-Wulf W.4 D-1730 was a significant achievement for the young company, which was founded in 1923 by Dr. Kurt Tank and Hans Focke. The W.4 was the first aircraft to bear the Focke-Wulf name and marked the beginning of the company's storied history in aviation. Despite its innovative design and successful testing, the W.4 D-1730 was ultimately withdrawn from use in January 1932. The reasons for its retirement are not well documented, but it is believed that the aircraft may have been surpassed by more advanced designs or that it failed to secure commercial or military contracts. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the early history of Focke-Wulf and the development of aviation technology in the late 1920s. It is a reminder of the relentless pursuit of innovation and progress that characterizes the aeronautical industry and the enduring allure of flight.
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