The Fw 189 close reconnaissance and liaison aircraft went into series production in the summer of 1940. The Allies later designated it the "Flying Eye". In the hands of an experienced pilot the aircraft was extremely manoeuvrable and was capable of a top diving speed of 502 k/h. The Fw 189 was the German close reconnaissance plane on the Eastern Front until 1944. The airframe proved to be very stable, in fact some machines even returned safe and sound after Russian ram attacks. A total of 864 of the Fw 189 were produced.
Model-details:
- Structural details on surfaces, recessed panel lines
- Cockpit with joystick and consoles
- 3 MG's
- Detailed undercarriage
- Detailed propeller
- Decals for 2 Luftwaffe versions
Model details
Scale 1:72
No. of parts 92
Length 167 mm
Wingspan 254 mm
Skill Level 3
Original details
Type description Reconnaissance airplane
Year/Period 1940
Origin D
Engine capacity 2 x 342 kW
Speed 372 km/h B