Development and Features
In 1924, the Caudron company built the Caudron C.97, a light multi-purpose aircraft. It was a two-seat, two-bay biplane, powered by a water-cooled Hispano-Suiza 8Ab V-8 engine delivering 180 hp (130 kW). To improve engine cooling, two radiators were used, one of which was a cylindrical Lamblin type.
Operational History
The first prototype (F-AGBH) made its maiden flight in early 1924. Following extensive trials, one of the C.97s was transferred to the Bolivian Air Force in August of the following year. Another aircraft was utilized by a joint French-South American company based in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
After competing in the Concours Aviation de Tourisme de l’Aéro-Club de France held in 1924, the first prototype was transferred to the Compagnie Française d’Aviation. Subsequently, in 1930, this aircraft was sold to Argentina.
Technical Specifications
| Modification | C. 97 |
| Engine type | 1 Piston engine Hispano-Suiza 8Ab |
| Power, hp | 1 x 180 |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 150 |
| Cruising speed, km/h | 135 |
| Practical range, km | 300 |
| Practical ceiling, m | 6200 |
| Crew, crew | 2 |
Image and diagram gallery of the Caudron C.97
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