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Morane - Saulnier M.S.137 EP2

The M.S. 137 EP2 was a French construction, 2-seater training airplane. One of the least known airplanes in the history of the Air Force, often mistaken by various sources with the M.S. 138 (Le Rhone rotary engine) or with the later M.S. 147. It was one of the many Parasol type training airplanes of Morane Saulnier that were used during the mid-war period.

Its presence is detected in the mid 1920s. In 1931, At least 16 airplanes were in service. The M.S. 137 EP2 were used until 1935, as they were more reliable than the M.S. 147 EP2 which were aquired in 1930.

Technical Specifications:

 Crew 2
 Engines 1 x Le Rhone 9C of 80 hp
 Dimensions
    Wingspan 10,90 m
    Length 6,85 m