Fieseler Fi 156: The Ultimate STOL Aircraft of WWII!

The Fiesler FI 156 was designed after a request from the Luftwaffe for a short range reconnaissance aircraft.

The light aircraft, known as the Stork, would become the eyes of the Wehrmacht during all of its military campaigns.

Dozens of renowned Army and Boffin s s officers would fly it for reconnaissance, scouting, and special operations.

FI 156 was designed by Fiesler to have the best short take off and landing or STOL capabilities.

The first Stork appearance was in 1937 during the annual fall maneuvers of the German Army held at Mecklenburg .

The Argus AS10C air cooled engine was mounted on the front of the fuselage and produced 240 horsepower, allowing for a maximum speed of 170 kilometers per hour and a rate of climb of 288 meters per minute .

From 1937 to 1945 , FI 156's would be produced at different factories, including in the Soviet Union , France , and Romania .

The last German FI 156 flew on April 26th, 1945 , when General Robert Ritter von Grime and his lover Captain Hannah Reich visited the Reich Chancellary before the Fuhrer 's suicide.

The legendary aircraft would be fondly remembered for its versatility and effectiveness.