Macchi M.B.320
| Industry | Aerospace |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Italy |
The Macchi MB.320 was an Italian-designed cabin monoplane developed and manufactured by Macchi. Production was limited, with only a few units completed.
Design and development
Drawing on the expertise acquired from the earlier MB.308, the MB.320 featured a low-wing configuration and a cabin layout. It was equipped with retractable tricycle landing gear and powered by two wing-mounted 184 hp (137 kW) Continental E185 engines. The aircraft accommodated a pilot plus five passengers.
Operational history
The prototype, bearing the registration I-RAIA, conducted its maiden flight on 20 May 1949. Despite demonstrating favorable flight characteristics, its high purchase cost combined with a limited domestic demand restricted widespread adoption. Only a handful were exported, including three units sold to East African Airways where they served as feederliners.
Variants
- MB.320
- Six-seat monoplane powered by two 184 hp (137 kW) Continental E185 engines. A total of eight aircraft were produced.
- VEMA-51
- A proposed licensed production version intended for manufacture in France by SFCA. This variant was never constructed.
Specifications (Macchi MB.320)
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