History's Most Dangerous Aircraft Models

The B.E. 9

The B.E. 9 came to fruition in the midst of World War I. It was under the strict supervision of the British Royal Flying Corps. It had machinegun capabilities that were dangerous for enemies and the passengers of the plane. Too many times, the machine guns completely tore apart the plane's own propellors. It wasn't in service for very long. 

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