Bf 109 G-6/U4

[ArtieBob]

The Messerschmitt monthly reports for Jan-Aug 1943 are on microfilm Reel 2656 at the US National Air and Space Museum archives. These reports also give the production totals by sub-type for Nachbau Bf 109 production. Until recently, these reports were not indexed, so I do not believe they have been seen by too many. At the same location in the ADi (k) microfilm are a number of Tarnewitz files scattered through reels 153, 154, 155. Many of these files identify the test aircraft by either W.Nr. or Stammkennzeichen. Since the Bf 109 is not my primary area of study, I did not copy all of the material related to that type, but if I remember correctly, the Bf 109 tests with the Mk 108 were covered. Finally, I have a document, translated into English, originating from test pilot Beauvais. In it he mentions some difficulty flying the Mk. 108 equipped aircraft, because of the larger breech housing, which apparently restricted control movement.

Best regards,

ArtieBob