When the New Fokker D-VIII hit the front lines in late October of 1918, Reinhold Platz’s remarkable design work was vindicated. The aircraft easily out performed and out ran allied aircraft with twice the D-8’s horsepower. Allied pilots quickly recognised how dangerous the new fighter was and dubbed it “The Flying Razor”, as its monoplance configuration made it difficult to see, especially when coming at you!

SPECIFICATIONS

• Wing Span : 54 3/8″ inches
• Wing Area: 442 1/2″ sq in
• Wing Loading: 31oz/sq ft
• Flying Weight 5 3/4 – 6 1/2 lbs
• Fuselage Length: 38 1/2 inches
• Engine Size:
  • .30-.40 2-Stroke
  • .40 4 Stroke
  • or Equivalend Electric

KIT FEATURES

• Full size Rolled Plans and Instructions
• Jig and Laser Cut Parts
• Brand Name Hardware
• Pre-bent Wire Landing Gear and Cabane Struts
• ABS Cowl