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Instrument panel, Brandenburg DI fighter plane, WW1
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Instrument panel, Brandenburg DI fighter plane, WW1
A close-up view of the instrument panel of the Hansa-Brandenburg DI (KD) 28.68 Phonix-built fighter plane in service during the First World War from 1917 onwards. This one is in a museum in Prague, Czechoslovakia. Date: circa 1917-1918
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Brandenburg Controls Dials Handles Hansa Indicator Instrument Measurements Panel War Time Ww 1
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This evocative close-up view transports us back to the thrilling era of World War I aviation, as we gaze upon the intricately detailed instrument panel of a Hansa-Brandenburg DI (KD) 28.68 Phonix-built fighter plane. Dating from circa 1917-1918, this historic artifact is now proudly displayed in a museum in Prague, Czechoslovakia. The DI, a significant development in military aviation technology, was a single-seat, biplane fighter that first entered service in 1917. The Phonix factory in Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany, was responsible for its production. The instrument panel, a vital component of this aircraft, was designed to provide the pilot with essential information for successful flight and combat. The various dials and indicators measure critical data such as engine RPM, fuel levels, altitude, and airspeed. The pilot could also find vital information about the plane's attitude, including pitch and roll angles, from the flight instruments. The control handles, strategically placed within reach, allowed the pilot to maneuver the plane effectively. The intricate arrangement of these controls and instruments underscores the advanced engineering and design capabilities of the time. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early aviation, reminding us of the courage and ingenuity that defined the era of World War I fighter planes. The Hansa-Brandenburg DI's instrument panel stands as a testament to the progress made in aviation technology during this pivotal period in history.
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