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Photographic Print : Fokker D II biplane at Adlerhof trials
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Fokker D II biplane at Adlerhof trials
German Fokker D II biplane at Adlerhof trials. It went into operation in early spring 1916, but was found to lack agility. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14222447
© Hugh W. Cowin Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Biplane Biplanes Cold Fokker Frost Frosty Testing Trials
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the captivating Fokker D II biplane photograph from our Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This historic image transports you back in time to the Adlerhof trials in 1916, where the German Fokker D II biplane made its debut. With its distinctive design and intricate details, this print is a must-have for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike. The Fokker D II biplane, which entered service in early spring 1916, was a significant development during World War I. However, it was soon discovered to lack the necessary agility for effective combat. Witness this pivotal moment in aviation history with our exquisitely detailed, rights-managed photograph. Bring home a piece of history and elevate your decor with the Fokker D II biplane at Adlerhof trials print from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Product Size is 31.4cm x 21.2cm (12.4" x 8.3")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the Fokker D II biplane undergoing rigorous testing at the Adlerhof trials in the winter of 1916. The First World War was in full swing, and the race for air superiority was at its peak. The Fokker D II, a biplane designed by the renowned Dutch aviation pioneer Anthony Fokker, was one of the latest additions to the German Imperial Air Service's arsenal. The Fokker D II made its operational debut in early spring 1916, but it soon became apparent that the aircraft lacked the agility required to outmaneuver its Allied counterparts. In response, the German military ordered extensive testing to address the issue. The Adlerhof trials, located in the heart of Germany, provided the perfect conditions to evaluate the aircraft's performance in cold weather. The photograph shows the Fokker D II biplane standing proudly on the frosty ground, its wings and tail fin coated in a layer of ice. The pilots and ground crew, bundled up against the winter chill, work diligently to prepare the aircraft for its next sortie. The wintery landscape, with its barren trees and frozen ground, adds a sense of isolation and determination to the scene. The Fokker D II biplane would undergo numerous modifications during the trials, with improvements made to its wing design, engine, and control surfaces. Despite these efforts, the aircraft ultimately failed to live up to the expectations of the German military. However, the lessons learned during the Adlerhof trials would prove invaluable in the development of future German aircraft designs. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the relentless pursuit of air superiority during the First World War and the sacrifices made in the name of progress.
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