Airco DH.4 Light Bomber

The Airco DH.4 was a British two-seat day bomber designed by Geoffrey de Havilland and widely used in the First World War. It combined relatively strong performance with useful bombing and reconnaissance capability. American-built examples became important to United States military aviation, and the family continued in several postwar roles beyond its original wartime bomber employment. The aircraft’s pilot and observer had distinct but closely connected tasks, including navigation, bombing, reconnaissance, and defense. Long missions could expose crews to fighters and anti-aircraft fire. The DH.4’s wide use helped establish a practical standard for the two-seat day bomber, while postwar adaptations showed the usefulness of its airframe beyond the original military requirement.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1914, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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