Sesquiplane
see also: Etymology of Sesquiplane
Sesquiplane ( of sesqui: one and half ) is the adjective which indicates a Avion Biplan of which one of the wings is of a surface half of the other.
The planes Nieuport were a perfect example. The interest of the formula was to preserve aerodynamic qualities close to those of an ordinary biplane but with a less weight and a visibility increased downwards.
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