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Fieseler FI 156 Storch
 

In 1935 the RLM called for a light STOL aircraft.
Fieseler won the contest with the Fi156 against Focke
Wulf, Siebel and Messerschmitt. Fi156 were build and
in use in many countries up to the 50ies. Even today
it's destinctive silhouette can be seen on major
airshows.