The KZ-X was designed as an observation plane. Similar to the KZ-VII, but with the seats in a tandem configuration. The Danish Army purchased 12, but all were scrapped after a series of fatal crashes. The wooden tail plane was found to be the main culprit, but despite extensive studies, no root cause was ever identified.

The only KZ-X still in existence, is the KZ-X mark II prototype. Today it “lives” at the Dansk Veteranfly Museum in Stauning. The plane has its tail re-build using welded steel tubing, and the plane is routinely used at airshows.

Specifications

Construction: Welded tube, wood and canvas
Engine: 145HP Continental C-145
Wing-span: 9.41m
Length: 6.49m
Height: 2.10m
Wing Area: 13.00 sq.m
Weight Empty: 529 kg
Max. All-up weight: 860 kg
Max. speed: 215 km/h
Cruising speed: 193 km/h
Landing speed: 45 km/h
Range normal: 850 km
Service Ceiling: 4400m