Albatros D.IX was a German prototype single-seat fighter built in early 1918. It differed from previous marks by using a simplified

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with a flat bottom and slab sides. The wings and

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were similar to those of the Albatros D.VII. Power was provided by a Mercedes D.IIIa

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. The D.IX was armed with twin synchronised LMG 08/15 machine guns. The prototype exhibited disappointing performance and the project was discontinued.

Specifications

References

* Green, W. & Swanborough, G. (1994). ''The Complete Book of Fighters''. London: Salamander Books.

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* {{Idflieg fighter designations 1910s German fighter aircraft Biplanes Single-engined tractor aircraft D.09 Aircraft first flown in 1918