DH8

DH8 refers to a designation used for a specific type of aircraft, most notably the de Havilland DH.82 Tiger Moth. This iconic biplane was designed by Geoffrey de Havilland and first flew in 1931. It was primarily used as a primary trainer aircraft by the Royal Air Force and many other air forces around the world. The Tiger Moth's sturdy construction, docile handling characteristics, and excellent visibility made it an ideal platform for training new pilots. Its distinctive tandem seating arrangement, with the instructor in the rear cockpit, became a hallmark of early aviation training.

Beyond its military service, the DH.82 Tiger Moth found a wide range of civilian applications. It was used for aerobatics, crop spraying, and personal flying. Its popularity has endured, and many Tiger Moths are still airworthy today, cherished by aviation enthusiasts and participating in airshows and vintage aircraft rallies. The DH.8 designation, however, can also encompass other de Havilland designs, though the Tiger Moth is by far the most widely recognized aircraft associated with it. The aircraft's legacy is cemented in aviation history as one of the most successful and beloved trainer aircraft ever built.