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During the Battle of Britain, the Stuka dive bomber, known for its precision and psychological impact, faced significant challenges. Although initially effective in early stages of the war, it was vulnerable to British fighters and anti-aircraft fire. The Luftwaffe suffered heavy losses, and the Stuka's effectiveness diminished as the Royal Air Force developed better tactics and defenses. Ultimately, the Stuka's role was overshadowed by the limitations it encountered during this critical aerial battle.
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What type of aeroplanes did the Germans have in the battle of Britain?
The main German aircraft in Battle of Britain were Me 109 fighters and Stuka, Heinkel and Dornier bombers.
Who did great Britain win their air battle with?
The Battle of Britain was fought in the air with fighter planes and bombers from the RAF (Royal Air Force) and Luftwaffe (German Air Force). Some of the RAF aircraft included the Spitfire and the Hurricane and some of the Luftwaffe's aircraft included Messerschmitt 109's and STUKA dive-bombers
What does stuka stand for?
Stuka comes from the German word for dive bomber, Sturzkampfflugzeug.
How did the Junkers Ju 87 get the nickname 'Stuka'?
Stuka comes from the German word for dive bomber (Sturzkampfflugzeug).
How are the stuka sirens activated?
When a stuka dives the rush of air activates the sirens on each wing, which are part of the wing design
What type of aeroplanes did the Germans have in the battle of Britain?
The main German aircraft in Battle of Britain were Me 109 fighters and Stuka, Heinkel and Dornier bombers.
Who did great Britain win their air battle with?
The Battle of Britain was fought in the air with fighter planes and bombers from the RAF (Royal Air Force) and Luftwaffe (German Air Force). Some of the RAF aircraft included the Spitfire and the Hurricane and some of the Luftwaffe's aircraft included Messerschmitt 109's and STUKA dive-bombers
Which is the best airplane?
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If a stuka plane had a fight with a spitefire who would win?
The two aircraft were designed for different purposes: The Stuka as a ground attack dive-bomber, the Spitfire as a fighter aircraft. In air-to-air combat, the Spitfire would have had clear advantages in speed and maneuverability which would prove decisive. Once separated from its fighter escort, the Stuka was considered easy prey for Spitfires. It was withdrawn from the Battle of Britain within a few weeks following heavy losses. The Messerschmitt 109 was a much closer match to the Spitfire. _____________________________________________________________ Agreed. The Junkers Ju-87 Stuka was a dive-bomber; a type of warplane developed in the 1920's and dispensed with at the end of World War II. A Stuka was absolutely no match for the Supermarine Spitfire (or the Hawker Hurricane.....or even the Gloster Gladiator for that matter). As stated above, Stukas were used in the Battle of Britain, but they were quickly withdrawn because of heavy losses. German and Italian Stukas, and Japanese Vals, scored initial success in World War 2, but if oppposed by Allied fighters they were easily shot down before placing their bomb on the target.
What does stuka stand for?
Stuka comes from the German word for dive bomber, Sturzkampfflugzeug.
Who designed the German Stuka?
The Junkers Ju 87, commonly known as the Stuka, was designed by Hermann Pohlmann, chief designer at Junkers Flugzeug und Motorenwerke AG. The Stuka was a dive bomber used by the German Luftwaffe during World War II, known for its distinctive inverted gull wings and screaming siren, or Jericho trumpet, that it emitted during dives.
How did the Junkers Ju 87 get the nickname 'Stuka'?
Stuka comes from the German word for dive bomber (Sturzkampfflugzeug).
What has the author Peter Charles Smith written?
Peter Charles Smith has written: 'The battle-cruiser HMS Renown, 1916-1948' -- subject(s): Renown (Battle cruiser), Great Britain. Royal Navy, Great Britain, World War, 1939-1945, British Naval operations, History 'The battle-cruiser HMS Renown, 1916-1948' -- subject(s): Renown (Battle cruiser), Great Britain. Royal Navy, Great Britain, World War, 1939-1945, British Naval operations, History 'The Stuka at war' -- subject(s): World War, 1939-1945, Aerial operations, German, Stuka (Bombers), Stuka (Bomber), German Aerial operations, Stuka (Dive bomber) 'Destroyer leader' -- subject(s): History, World War, 1939-1945, Naval operations, British, Destroyers (Warships), Faulknor (Destroyer), British Naval operations 'The history of dive-bombing' -- subject(s): History, Bombing, Aerial, Dive bombers, Dive bomber pilots, Aerial Bombing 'Into the assault' -- subject(s): World War, 1939-1945, Biography, Dive bomber pilots, Aerial operations 'The battles of the Malta striking forces' -- subject(s): History 'Dive bomber!' -- subject(s): History, Bombing, Aerial, Bombers, Aerial operations, World War, 1939-1945, Dive bombers, Aerial Bombing
What types of aeroplanes were used in the battle of Britain?
There are to many to list but the link is worth reading. This is a brief list of the ones that were used in combat. Fighters: Spitfire & Hurricane & Defiant Fighters: Bf-109 & Me-110, Bombers: Ju-87 "Stuka", Ju-88, Dornier Do-17, Heinkel He-111
What is a dives?
A dive bomber is a bomber aircraft that dives directly at its targets in order to provide greater accuracy and limit the exposure to and effectiveness of anti-aircraft fire. Used in World War II, they were used in the Battle of Britain. Hitler was going to use his German Dive Bombers, also known as Stuka Dive Bombers, to invade Britain, but Britains radar, a revolutionary object for the time, succesfully stopped Hitlers invasion of Britain.
How are the stuka sirens activated?
When a stuka dives the rush of air activates the sirens on each wing, which are part of the wing design
Where is the Stuka Military Museum in Oregon Illinois located?
The address of the Stuka Military Museum is: 3178 S Daysville Rd, Oregon, IL 61061
