Miles Magister I (G-AFBS)

Two-seat basic trainer By: Miles Aircraft Origin: United Kingdom First Flight: 1937

About This Aircraft

The Miles M.14 Magister was a British two-seat monoplane basic trainer aircraft designed and built by Miles Aircraft. It was affectionately known as the "Maggie." It was the first monoplane trainer designed specifically for the RAF and was used extensively during WWII. G-AFBS is a civilian registered example in wartime RAF colours.

Specifications

Engine: One de Havilland Gipsy Major I inline piston engine, 130 hp | Wingspan: 33 ft 10 in (10.31 m) | Length: 24 ft 7.5 in (7.51 m) | Height: 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) | Max Takeoff Weight: 1,900 lb (862 kg) | Max Speed: 132 mph (212 km/h) at sea level | Range: 380 miles (612 km) | Service Ceiling: 18,000 ft (5,486 m) | Armament: None.

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