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Mignet HM-14 Pou du Ciel
Mignet Hm-14 Pou Du Ciel Unusual Design Light-Aircraft Date: 1930s
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This photograph showcases the unique and quirky design of the Mignet HM-14 Pou du Ciel, a light aircraft that graced the skies during the 1930s in France. The unusual moniker "Flea Airplane" was given to this diminutive aircraft due to its lightweight construction and compact size. The exterior view of the HM-14 reveals its distinctive features, including its open-cockpit design, streamlined fuselage, and striking fabric-covered wings. The Mignet HM-14 Pou du Ciel, designed and built by French engineer Henri Mignet, was an innovative creation for its time. Weighing only 150 kg (331 lbs), this single-seat aircraft was an ideal choice for aviation enthusiasts and adventurous pilots. Its unconventional design, which included a wooden frame and a fabric covering, was a departure from the more conventional metal-bodied aircraft of the era. The HM-14's unusual appearance belied its impressive capabilities. With a top speed of 100 km/h (62 mph), it could cover short distances with ease, making it a popular choice for recreational flying and personal transportation. The aircraft's unique design also made it an attractive proposition for those with a penchant for aviation history and a desire to experience the thrill of flying in a bygone era. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into a time when innovation and creativity were at the forefront of aviation design. The Mignet HM-14 Pou du Ciel remains an enduring symbol of the ingenuity and passion that drove the early days of aviation, and continues to inspire awe and admiration from aviation enthusiasts and historians alike.
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