AGO Ao 192 "Kurier" - Comprehensive Technical Documentation
This comprehensive digital collection contains authentic technical manuals for the AGO Ao 192 "Kurier" (Courier), a versatile German twin-engine aircraft from the 1930s. These original documents provide detailed specifications, operational procedures, and maintenance instructions used throughout the aircraft's service life.
Collection Includes:
- Ao 192 Baubeschreibung (Construction Description) - Detailed technical specifications and construction details
- Ao 192 B "Der Kurier" Baubeschreibung - für Reise und Verkehr (for Travel and Transport)
- Ao 192 C Baubeschreibung - für Mehrzwecke-Verwendung (for Multi-Purpose Use)
- Ao 192 E "Der Kurier" Baubeschreibung - für Reise und Verkehr (for Travel and Transport)
Historical Note
The AGO Ao 192 "Kurier" holds a distinguished place in German aviation history as a versatile twin-engine aircraft designed by AGO Flugzeugwerke in Oschersleben during the early 1930s. First flown in 1933, the Kurier was conceived as a multi-purpose aircraft capable of serving in various roles including passenger transport, cargo hauling, and training operations.
Designed during a period of rapid aviation development in Germany, the Ao 192 featured a distinctive high-wing configuration with twin engines mounted on the wings, providing excellent visibility and reliable performance. The aircraft's robust construction and adaptable design made it suitable for both civilian and military applications. Various models were developed to meet specific operational requirements: the Ao 192 B variant was optimized for travel and transport (Reise und Verkehr), while the Ao 192 C was designed for multi-purpose use (Mehrzwecke-Verwendung), demonstrating the aircraft's remarkable versatility.
During the mid-1930s, the Kurier served with several German aviation schools and transport operators, where its forgiving flight characteristics and twin-engine reliability made it an excellent platform for advanced pilot training and light transport duties. The aircraft's spacious cabin could accommodate passengers or cargo, while its twin-engine configuration provided an important safety margin for training operations and cross-country flights.
Though produced in limited numbers compared to other aircraft of its era, the Ao 192 represented AGO Flugzeugwerke's engineering expertise and contributed to the development of multi-engine aircraft design in Germany. The various Baubeschreibung (construction description) manuals in this collection document the technical evolution of the different variants, showcasing the aircraft's adaptability to different operational requirements.
Today, the AGO Ao 192 "Kurier" is remembered by aviation historians and enthusiasts as an important example of 1930s German aircraft design. These original technical manuals represent authentic documentation used throughout the aircraft's service life, providing invaluable insights into the construction, operation, and maintenance procedures of this versatile twin-engine aircraft. For restorers, historians, researchers, and aviation enthusiasts, these documents offer a comprehensive window into the technical sophistication and operational versatility of AGO Flugzeugwerke's multi-purpose transport aircraft.
Perfect For:
- Aviation historians researching 1930s German aircraft development
- Technical researchers studying twin-engine aircraft design
- Scale modelers seeking authentic technical details
- Museums and educational institutions
- Aviation enthusiasts and collectors of historical documentation
Format: High-resolution PDF digital download
Language: German (original documentation)
Delivery: Instant download upon purchase