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The Fokker E-III, also known as the
Eindecker (Monoplane), was an important German
fighter in the early stages of World War 1 and enjoyed a certain amount
of superiority until early 1916 when it was overtaken by more efficient
designs. A number of replica aircraft were built for the film "The Blue
Max" which was filmed in 1966 and starred James Mason. The replica
shown below was built in the USA.
N40FE
c/n 001
Germany
Single seat fighter first flown in 1915
Engine: 100hp(75kW) Oberursel U.1
Length: 23’7.5"(7.2m)
Height: 7’10.5"(2.4m)Wingspan: 31’3"(9.52m)
No.built: 258 Range: 145miles(233km)
Cruising speed: 70mph(112kmh) Empty weight: 880lb(399kg)
Maximum take-off weight: 1345lb(610kg)
A replica E-111 used in "The Blue Max" film is
illustrated below. It is powered by an 85hp(63kW) Continental C85.
G-AVJO
c/n PPS/FOK/1
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