Talleres Loring
C.I
The C.I was a single‑engine biplane developed in the early 1920s by the Spanish workshop Talleres Loring, founded by engineer Jorge Loring Martínez. Conceived as a versatile trainer and reconnaissance aircraft for the fledgling Spanish military, the C.I first flew in 1923 and entered limited service the following year. Its airframe combined a conventional wooden structure with fabric covering, while the powerplant was a 230 hp Hispano‑Suiza V‑8 engine that delivered respectable climb performance and a top speed of roughly 180 km/h (112 mph). The aircraft featured a tandem open cockpit, fixed tailskid undercarriage, and interchangeable mounting points for light bombs or photographic equipment, allowing it to fulfill both pilot‑training and observation roles. Though only a small batch—approximately 20 units—was produced, the C.I demonstrated the capability of Spanish industry to design and manufacture modern military aircraft after World War I. Its operational record helped establish standards for later Loring designs, such as the more advanced C‑II and C‑III, and contributed to the professionalisation of Spain’s air arm during the turbulent interwar period. The C.I remains a notable example of early indigenous Spanish aeronautical engineering, celebrated today by historians and vintage aircraft enthusiasts alike.
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Production & History
- First Flight
- 1927