Bleriot 105

The Bleriot 105 was a transport aircraft developed by the French company Bleriot, based on the large passenger airliner Bleriot-SAD S.45. This nineteen-seater, two-bay biplane featured mixed construction. It was notably equipped with four 300 hp eight-cylinder V-type Hispano-Suiza 8Fb engines, reflecting its ambitious design for its era.

Design and Capacity

Compared to its predecessor, the S-45, the Bleriot 105 saw its crew reduced to a single pilot. Despite this reduction, its passenger cabin was designed to accommodate a total of 18 people, an increase of one passenger over the S-45, showcasing an effort to maximize transport efficiency.

Maiden Flight and Market Reception

The aircraft took to the skies for its maiden flight on August 4, 1924. However, the market for such a large passenger aircraft proved limited, as airlines found it impractical for their needs. Consequently, Bleriot’s developers shifted their focus towards designing aircraft with smaller passenger capacities, adapting to commercial demands.

Technical Specifications

Modification	Bl-105
Wingspan, m	25.84
Length, m	15.69
Height, m	5.95
Wing area, m2	125.00
Empty weight	3000
Normal takeoff weight	5500
Engine type	4 Piston engines Hispano-Suiza 8Fb
Power, hp	4 x 300
Maximum speed, km/h	154
Cruising speed, km/h	130
Service ceiling, m	2900
Crew, crew members	1
Payload	up to 18 passengers

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Bleriot 105

Bleriot 105