discussion Little bit of help with this one?

[Guest]

Hi Guys,

Can anybody (bet barry can) tell me what this plane is? Im 99% sure its a neuiport but which version i have no idea. Im putting together a collection of close up photos but need the specific version if possible?

 

[wonwinglo]

***It is a replica Nieuport 17 Squiff,this particular one was recently used in a film made at R.A.F Halton called 'Flyboys' due for release soon.

It was up for sale,two more were sold in the U.S.A

Hi Guys,Can anybody (bet barry can) tell me what this plane is? Im 99% sure its a neuiport but which version i have no idea. Im putting together a collection of close up photos but need the specific version if possible?

 

[Guest]

Barry, would I be correct in always being able to spot a Nieuport simply by the V shaped struts? (I'm no pro, as well you know!, but I can't recall seeing any other 'plane with similar struts),

Steve.

 

[wonwinglo]

***Steve,the Nieuport is what is termed a 'Sesquiplane',that is the upper wings are significently larger than the lower,for this reason they used the 'V' strut arrangement,there are a few others in this category but I think the Nieuport is probably the best known.

Barry, would I be correct in always being able to spot a Nieuport simply by the V shaped struts? (I'm no pro, as well you know!, but I can't recall seeing any other 'plane with similar struts),Steve.