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Caudron C.280 Phalène
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Caudron C.280 Phalène

1932 utility aircraft family

Overview

The Caudron C.280 Phalène ("Moth") was a civil utility aircraft built in France during the 1930s. It was a high-wing braced monoplane of conventional configuration with fixed tailskid undercarriage. The pilot and two-three passengers were accommodated within an enclosed cabin. The structure was wooden throughout, with the forward fuselage skinned with plywood, and the rest of the aircraft fabric-covered.

Specifications

Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.

Photos

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