AEG C.II

The AEG C.II was a German two-seat biplane reconnaissance and bomber aircraft used during World War I. It was designed and manufactured by the Allgemeine Elektrizitäts-Gesellschaft (AEG). The C.II was a significant improvement over its predecessor, the AEG C.I, primarily due to its more powerful engine and refined aerodynamics.

Key features of the AEG C.II included a robust wooden frame covered in fabric, a more streamlined fuselage, and a larger engine that provided better performance in terms of speed and altitude. The aircraft was typically armed with a forward-firing synchronized machine gun for the pilot and a rear-facing machine gun for the observer/gunner.

The C.II saw extensive service on both the Eastern and Western Fronts, primarily performing reconnaissance missions, artillery spotting, and light bombing duties. Its improved performance made it a valuable asset to the German war effort, but it was gradually replaced by newer and more advanced aircraft as the war progressed. However, it remained in service in training roles and on less demanding fronts until the end of the war.