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Fieseler Fi 156 Storch

aircraft
Also known as: Fi 156 Storch
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The Fieseler Fi 156 Storch was a German light, versatile aircraft known for its exceptional Short Take-Off and Landing (STOL) capabilities. Developed by Gerhard Fieseler, this aircraft was designed to operate from very short and unprepared surfaces, making it ideal for reconnaissance and liaison missions.12

Key features of the Storch include its fixed slats and large flaps, which allowed for a very low landing speed and steep approach angle. This design enabled it to take off and land in distances as short as 150 meters (500 feet). Around 3,000 Fi 156 Storch aircraft were manufactured, and some are still operational today.21

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