Martin KF-1

KF-1
Role fighter
National origin United States
Designer James V. Martin
First flight May 1918[1]
Number built 4 (1 K-3 prototype, 3 K-IV)


The Martin KF-1 was an American biplane fighter aircraft designed and built by Captain James V. Martin.

Development

The KF-1 started as a proposed "high-altitude fighter" designated K-3. Powered by an ABC Gnat the K-3 first flew in May 1918, and was delivered to McCook Field the next month. The model was not ordered for production.

In 1921 Martin submitted an improved version with a larger engine and wider wings. The Navy ordered three, designated K-IV, then later KF-1. The version featured a central float and outriggers.[2]


Variants

Specifications (KF-1)

Data from Angelucci, 1987. p. 293.[1]

General characteristics

Performance

See also

Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era

Port Victoria P.V.8 "Kitten"

References

Notes
  1. 1 2 Angelucci, 1987. p. 293.
  2. Aviation History. March 1996. Missing or empty |title= (help)
Bibliography

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