When the new Foker D-VIII hit the front lines in late October of 1918, Reinhold Platz's remarkable design work was vindicated. The aircraft easily out performed and out ran Allied aircraft with twice the D-VIII's horsepower. Allied pilots quickly recognized how dangerous the new fighter was and dubbed it "The Flying Razor", as its monplane configuration made it difficult to see, especially when coming at you!
Wing Span: 82 Inches
Wing Area: 1100 sq. in.
Wing Loading: 25-29 oz./sq. ft.
Flying Weight: 12-14 lbs
Fuselage Length: 59 Inches
Engine Size: 23-26 cc Gasoline
1.2-1.5 4-Stroke Glow
Cowl Diametre: 10 1/2 Inches
Center of Gravity: 4 inches back from the leading edge of the Center Section.
Control Throws:
Elevator: 3/4-1 inch up and down.
Rudder: 1 1/2-2 inches left and right.
Ailerons: 3/4-1 inch up and down.
Aileron Differential: 1 inches up and 3/8 inch down (differential recommended).
Incidence:
Top Wing: +1-2 Degree.
Tail: 0.0 Degrees.
Engine Thrust Line: 2 Degrees DOWN, 1-2 Degrees RIGHT.
Full Size Rolled Plans and Instructions
Jig and die cut parts
Prebent Wire Landing Gear and Struts
Basic Hardware Package
Fully Sheeted "1-piece" bolt on wings
ABS Plastic Cowl