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Breguet Br.14

1917 WORLD WAR 1

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With the arrival of the Breguet Br. Series 14 (sometimes spelled Breguet Br. XIV), Air France design triumphed. The aircraft proved highly reliable and lethal after entering the front lines in 1916, becoming the most important aircraft in the French Air Force throughout the war.

Breguet continued its success after the war, with a total production of a staggering 7,800 pieces, of which more than 2,500 were released after the war ended in 1918.

Visually, the Br. 14 looks very functional. The system works with a powerful inline Renault 12 Fcy liquid-cooled engine that produces an impressive 300 horsepower.

The crew accommodation consisted of a pilot sitting in front of and behind the Renault engine, with the gunner/observer right behind him. This seating arrangement is optimal because it creates clear lines of communication between the parties and excellent visibility, especially from the rear cockpit position. The aircraft was armed with a 7.7mm Lewis machine gun and an additional set of defensive 7.7mm Lewis machine guns mounted on a bracket in the rear cockpit.

The shop outside can play a full bomber role.

The Breguet 14 was designed by the airline run by Louis Breguet in the summer of 1916 and was due to enter service the following year. The design enables the aircraft to absorb substantial losses from performance and enemy fire.

The structure is mostly duralumin and steel, covered in wood and fabric. The structure uses light metal sheets as additional undercarriage support, giving the Breguet 14 a strong and durable feel. The initial order came in the form of two artillery spotters and two bombers.

The bomber variant has some notable changes from the artillery reconnaissance aircraft, including an increased wingspan.

Additionally, the Br. 14 can be found in a variety of other forms, including single-seat pilot derivatives and most importantly, ambulances. The system was used throughout the war from the beginning and was also intended to be used along the French colonial route.

The system as a whole remained in service with French front-line forces until 1932, a testament to the durability and capability of this beautiful machine.