Flying was on hand last week to witness the first official flight of the Junkers F13 replica in Zurich, Switzerland. The near-exact copy of the first all-metal commercial airplane was built by German luxury suitcase maker Rimowa, which unveiled the airplane to great fanfare along with an extravagant party at the historic Dubendorf Airfield.
Photos: Historic Junkers F13 Replica Takes First Flight
Key Takeaways:
- A replica of the Junkers F13, the world's first all-metal commercial airplane, completed its first official flight in Zurich, Switzerland.
- German luxury suitcase maker Rimowa built the near-exact copy, utilizing laser-scanned parts from an original F13 and incorporating some modern updates.
- The maiden flight at Dubendorf Airfield was celebrated with an extravagant party themed around the Golden Age of Aviation.
- Rimowa plans to sell these F13 replicas after they undergo certification flight testing.
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