Design and Purpose
In the early 1930s, designer René Couzinet began designing a light transport aircraft for tourism flights. The new Couzinet 100 aircraft, which appeared in 1933, resembled a scaled-down version of the “Arc en Ciel”.
Technical Specifications and First Flight
This was a light wooden low-wing monoplane equipped with three Salmson 9Adb engines, each producing 45 hp. Its passenger cabin was designed for three people. The aircraft’s first flight took place on November 10, 1933.
Testing and Final Fate
During the aircraft’s testing, it became clear that the engine power was insufficient. As a result, only a single example of the aircraft was ever built, which René Couzinet himself used until 1935.
Technical Specifications
| Modification | Couzinet 100 |
| Wingspan, m | 13.50 |
| Length, m | 9.72 |
| Height, m | 2.40 |
| Wing area, m2 | 19.93 |
| Empty weight | 862 |
| Maximum takeoff weight | 1400 |
| Engine type | 3 Piston engines Salmson 9Adb |
| Power, hp | 3 x 45 |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 205 |
| Cruising speed, km/h | 180 |
| Practical range, km | 1700 |
| Practical ceiling, m | 4500 |
| Crew, crew members | 1 |
| Payload | up to 3 passengers |
Image gallery of the Couzinet 100
