| Aircraft | |
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| Registration / Serial: | 9830 |
| Aircraft Original Type: | RFB Fantrainer |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | RFB Fantrainer |
| Aircraft Version: | RFB Fantrainer 400 |
| C/n (msn): | DA01 |
| Operator Titles: | Germany - Air Force |
| Location | |
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| Location: | In Flight |
| Country: | Germany |
| Photo Date: | 1977 to 1981 |
| Photo from: | Kas van Zonneveld Collection |
| Photo ID: | 238199 |
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Initially developed as replacement for the Luftwaffe's fleet of Piaggio 149 trainers. It came out best in a comparison with the Beechcraft T-34 and Pilatus PC-7, but no orders were placed as the Piaggio 149 was still deemed adequate for the Luftwaffe's needs. The first prototype flew (which this may be, considering the c/n) on October 27, 1977. Despite the lack of Luftwaffe orders, RFB continued production, but in the end only 50 were built. Photo by unknown. This photo was added on 29 April 2020, and has since been viewed 571 times. |