Heinkel He-219 "Uhu"
night fighter
1942

     
   
     

The first prototype flew on November 15, 1942.
He-219 was one of the most effective night fighters of Luftwaffe. It was also the first plane in the world equipped with ejection seats.

     
   
     

Crew: 2
Engine: 2 x Deimler-Benz DB 603G, 1417kW
Wingspan: 18.5m
Length: 15.54m
Height: 4.1m
Wing area: 44.5m2
Start mass: 15300kg		 Empty mass: 11200kg
Max speed: 670kph
Cruise speed: 630kph
Ceiling: 12200m
Range: 2000km
Armament: 6 x 30mm + 2 x 20mm cannons

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