Replica Plans SE.5a
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| Replica Plans SE.5a | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Type | Homebuilt biplane |
| National origin | Canada |
| Manufacturer | Replica Plans |
| Number built | 120+ |
| History | |
| First flight | 1970 |
The Replica Plans SE.5a is a Canadian designed biplane for amateur construction from Replica Plans. Designed as a 7/8 size (87.5%) replica of the first world war Royal Aircraft Factory SE.5. The prototype first flew in 1970 and is built of wood and fabric and can use engines from 65 to 125 hp. Estimated construction time is 2500 hours.[1] Most aircraft are painted to represent SE5 aircraft flown in The Great War.
