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Interesting facts about the Fieseler Fi 156 Storch
✈ First flight took place on 24 May 1936, with service entry in 1937 for reconnaissance, liaison and medevac roles.
✈ STOL performance is extraordinary: typical take-off run under 45 m and landing roll about 18 m on grass strips.
✈ Fixed full-span leading-edge slats and large slotted flaps deliver low stall speeds near 50 km/h and superb control at slow flight.
✈ Standard powerplant is the Argus As 10C inverted V-8 rated at about 240 hp, driving a two-blade propeller.
✈ Production exceeded 2,900 airframes during 1937–1945, with additional licensed output after the war.
✈ Manufacturing expanded beyond Germany to France and Czechoslovakia; French post-war aircraft were designated Morane-Saulnier MS.500/502 Criquet, and the Czech version was the K-65 Čáp.
✈ The Storch supported famous missions, including the 1943 Gran Sasso operation to extract Benito Mussolini, which demanded ultra-short landing and take-off on a mountain plateau.
✈ Wings fold alongside the fuselage for road transport and storage, and the long-travel main gear absorbs rough-field landings.
Fieseler Fi 156 Storch Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. Do not use it for flight planning or operations. Model variations, modifications, upgrades and age can affect the numbers below. Always check with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority for precise aircraft specifications.
Length: 9.91 m (32 ft 6 in)
Wingspan: 14.25 m (46 ft 9 in)
Height: 3.05 m (10 ft 0 in)
Empty Weight: 930 kg (2,050 lb)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 1,324 kg (2,920 lb)
Fuel Capacity: 148 L (32.56 Imp gal; ~39 US gal)
Cruise Speed: 130 km/h (81 mph, 70 kn)
Range: 386 km (240 mi, 208 nm)
Service Ceiling: 4,600 m (15,090 ft)
Rate of Climb: ~4.6 m/s (905 ft/min)
Typical Take-off Ground Run: < 45 m (148 ft) on grass, light load
Typical Landing Ground Roll: ~18 m (59 ft) on grass
FAQs About the Fieseler Fi 156 Storch
How much does a Fieseler Fi 156 Storch cost?
Authentic wartime or licensed-built examples advertised during 2025 typically ranged from about €435,000 to €556,000, depending on provenance, restoration quality and equipment (2025 listings observed). Replica or scale kits can list far lower, but are not original Fi 156 airframes.
What engine does the Storch use and what should buyers check?
Most wartime Fi 156 aircraft use the Argus As 10C inverted V-8 around 240 hp. Buyers should review engine hours since overhaul, parts availability, magneto and cooling system condition, and documentation for any approved alternatives on post-war builds.
How short can a Storch operate compared with similar liaison aircraft?
The Storch routinely uses under 45 m for take-off and about 18 m for landing on grass with light load and headwind. Few period liaison types match that performance, which is why it served where strips were rough and short.
What are the main variants I might see on the market?
Common wartime variants include the Fi 156C-2 and C-3. Post-war French aircraft are labeled MS.500/502/505 Criquet, and Czech K-65 Čáp examples also appear. Airframes, engines and systems can differ, so review logs and parts support carefully.
Is the Storch suitable for medevac or utility display flying today?
Many surviving aircraft fly in historic and display roles. Some retain fittings for stretchers or large doors, but buyers should confirm airworthiness, permitted operations in their registry, and any restrictions for public transport or rides.
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