While it resembled, both in appearance and in specifications, the D.H.2, J. Kenworth’s F.E.8 was considerably less successful. But problems with the aircraft’s stability and engine development delayed its deployment at the front until August, 1916, and by then the new German Albatros D.I and D.II wholly outclassed the British pusher biplanes like the F.E.8.. But, fighters were needed, and some stayed in service until mid-1917. 295 were built in total.
Top Speed: 94 m.p.h.
Manufacturer: Royal Aircraft Factory (R.A.F.)
Year: 1916
Engine: 100 h.p. Gnome Monosoupape 9-cylinder rotary
Wingspan: 31 feet 6 inches
Weight: 1,346 lb.
Armament: 1 machine gun