Night bombing mission conducted by a Caudron C23 BN2 aircraft powered by a Salmson 270 engine. The aircraft had a top speed of 94 miles per hour at 6500 feet and could climb to 13000 feet fully loaded in 41' Crew consisted of a pilot and 2 passengers. Armament included 5 flexible guns and bombs weighing 1200 lbs. The aircraft had an endurance of five hours.

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