Macchi M.B.308

Macchi MB.308

Company type	Aircraft
Industry	Aerospace
Founded	1940s (1940s)
Headquarters	Italy
Products	Lightweight aircraft

The Macchi MB.308, subsequently known as the Aermacchi MB-308, is a lightweight aircraft developed and manufactured in Italy during the late 1940s.

Development

This model features a traditional high-wing cantilever monoplane design equipped with a fixed tricycle landing gear. Its structure is primarily constructed from wood. The cockpit accommodates the pilot alongside one passenger or instructor, seated side by side, while later variants included an additional third seat positioned behind them.

The Italian Air Force placed substantial orders for the MB.308 and subsequently leased these aircraft to various aeroclubs throughout Italy. Additionally, a variant with an upgraded engine was produced under license in Argentina by sailplane manufacturer German Bianco.

Operators

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An Italian MB308

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• Argentine National Gendarmerie

Egypt

• Egyptian Air Force

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• Italian Air Force (Aeronautica Militare Italiana) – acquired 81 units in 1948 and phased out by 1954

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• Lebanese Air Force

Variants

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MB.308 Idro, Italy, 1965

MB.308

This model is a two-seat aircraft powered by either an 85 hp (63 kW) or 90 hp (67 kW) Continental engine. A total of 137 units were produced.

MB.308 Idro

A Seaplane adaptation of the MB.308Template:Fix/category

MB.308G

Equipped with a 90 hp (67 kW) Continental C90 engine, this variant accommodates three occupants.

MB.308-100

Constructed in Argentina by German Bianco, this MB.308G version features a 100 hp (75 kW) Continental O-200-A engine, with approximately 46 units manufactured.