First published at 03:37 UTC on June 6th, 2024.
With a streamlined, smooth aesthetic, classic Italian lines and excellent performance - it's hard to understand why the CANT Z.511, which already holds such the accolade to its name of being the largest floatplane of all time - has been largely…
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With a streamlined, smooth aesthetic, classic Italian lines and excellent performance - it's hard to understand why the CANT Z.511, which already holds such the accolade to its name of being the largest floatplane of all time - has been largely forgotten. Today we take a dive into its history, and the reason why its name is scarcely mentioned in aviation circles today.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:52 Construction
4:37 Flight Testing and Career
11:43 Conclusion
Sources:
Civoli M., Aereoplani: Regia Aeronautica-Aeronautica Militare 1923-2003 (2002)
Thompson, Jonathan (1963). Italian Civil & Military Aircraft 1930–1945. New York: Aero Publishers Inc.
John & Elke Weale, Combat Aircraft of World War Two, Arms and Armour Press, London, 1978.
Video Source: Aviation Deep Dive
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