DE HAVILLAND DRAGONFLY

DE HAVILLAND DH.90 DRAGONFLY - The De Havilland Dragonfly appeared in 1935 as a five-seat light twin for the private operator and small airline, with 130 hp Gipsy Major I engines. Impressments for communications duties included 15 in the UK, six in Canada, one in Australia and three in India. Also in Australia, Qantas Dragonflies were operated on charter to USAAF.

Max speed, 144 mph (232 km/h). Gross weight, 4,000 Ib (1,816 kg). Span, 43 ft 0 in (13.11 m). Length, 31ft 8 in (9.65 m).