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September 28, 1928
The Mahnomen Pioneer
Mahnomen, Mahnomen County, Minnesota
What is this article about?
In Friedrichshafen, Germany, the secretive Dornier 10 two-deck airplane, powered by 12 English 500-hp motors, is nearing completion on Lake Constance. It measures 40 yards long with 50-yard wingspan, accommodating 24 passengers below and 9 crew above.
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2-Deck Plane Built
Friedrichshafen, Germany--While the new Zeppelin is making first triumphant excursions here, another giant of the air is nearing completion on Lake Constance. The new Dornier 10, constructed in great secrecy, will be ready for trial flights soon. The Dornier 10 will have 12 English motors of 500 horsepower. The fuselage is 40 yards in length and the wing spread is 50 yards. A lower story will have accommodations for 24 passengers, sleeping compartments, saloon, kitchen, etc., while the upper story will be used by nine officers and crew.
Friedrichshafen, Germany--While the new Zeppelin is making first triumphant excursions here, another giant of the air is nearing completion on Lake Constance. The new Dornier 10, constructed in great secrecy, will be ready for trial flights soon. The Dornier 10 will have 12 English motors of 500 horsepower. The fuselage is 40 yards in length and the wing spread is 50 yards. A lower story will have accommodations for 24 passengers, sleeping compartments, saloon, kitchen, etc., while the upper story will be used by nine officers and crew.
What sub-type of article is it?
Extraordinary Event
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
Exploration
What keywords are associated?
Dornier 10
Two Deck Plane
Airplane Construction
Lake Constance
Zepplin Comparison
What entities or persons were involved?
Dornier
Where did it happen?
Friedrichshafen, Germany; Lake Constance
Story Details
Key Persons
Dornier
Location
Friedrichshafen, Germany; Lake Constance
Story Details
The Dornier 10, a giant two-deck airplane built in secrecy, features 12 English 500-hp motors, 40-yard fuselage, 50-yard wingspan, lower deck for 24 passengers with amenities, and upper deck for 9 crew; nearing trial flights.