Category: Aircraft
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Dewoitine D.520 Z
Dewoitine D.520 Z The D.520 Z was a late-war development of the Dewoitine D.520 fighter intended to significantly improve performance through the installation of a more powerful engine and incremental aerodynamic refinement. The project originated during the German occupation of France and later re-emerged briefly in the post-war reconstruction of the French aviation industry. Development… Read more
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Broken Hill New South Wales
Broken Hill New South Wales Broken Hill, located in the far west of New South Wales, is one of Australia’s most iconic mining cities. Known as the “Silver City,” it is surrounded by vast outback landscapes and has played a central role in the nation’s economic and industrial development. Established in the 1880s following the… Read more
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Dewoitine D.520 in German Service
Dewoitine D.520 in German Service When Germany invaded Vichy France in November 1942 they captured 246 Dewoitine D.520s. In addition, a batch of 62 was completed under German occupation. Of these fighters, 96 were sent to Bulgaria and 60 to Italy. The remaining fighters were used as advanced trainers by the Luftwaffe. Read more