Caudron C.720

Development and Purpose

The Caudron C.720 was an advanced training aircraft, developed by the French firm Caudron. It was specifically designed to prepare fighter pilots, providing them with a dedicated platform to hone their flying skills.

First Flight and Cancellation

The prototype’s maiden flight occurred in January 1936. Despite exhibiting promising flight characteristics, the C.720 project was ultimately discontinued. The company opted to prioritize the development of a more advanced and superior model, the Caudron C.690, focusing resources on that design instead.

Technical Specifications

Modification	C.720
Wingspan, m	7.67
Length, m	7.93
Height, m	2.60
Wing area, m2	9.00
Empty weight	657
Maximum takeoff weight	844
Engine type	1 Piston engine Renault 4Pei
Power, hp	1 x 155
Maximum speed, km/h	292
Cruising speed, km/h	258
Practical range, km	750
Practical ceiling, m	6500
Crew, crew members	1

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