De Havilland Hornet
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Top speed | 764 km/h |
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Retired | 1956 |
Engine types | Reciprocating engine |
Number built | 383 |
Manufacturers | de Havilland |
First flight | April 19, 1944 |
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ID | 2132211 |
About De Havilland Hornet
The de Havilland DH. 103 Hornet is a twin-piston engined fighter aircraft developed by de Havilland. It further exploited the wooden construction techniques that had been pioneered by the de Havilland Mosquito. Development of the Hornet had started during the Second World War as a private venture.