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The Kawanishi K-12 Sakura (Cherry Blossom) was a Japanese experimental long-range aircraft of the 1920s intended to be the first aircraft to fly non-stop across the Pacific Ocean. Two examples of the K-12 a single-engined high-winged monoplane were built. As testing showed that its performance was inadequate it was abandoned no attempt being made on the trans-Pacific flight.

Made by Kawanishi Aircraft Company.

Wing Area Sqm
57
Eng 1 Type
liquid-cooled V12 engine
Number Built
2
Crew
Two
Range Nmi
2985
Empty Weight Kg
1920
Gross Weight Kg
3580
Span M
19
Max Takeoff Weight Kg
5500
Manufacturer
Kawanishi Aircraft Company
First Flight
1928
Eng 1 Name
BMW VI
Max Speed Kmh
210
Origin
Japan
National Origin
Japan
Height M
4
Prime Units
met
Eng 1 Hp
550
Eng 1 Number
1
Length M
12
Range Note
estimates following initial testing
Category
Japanese sport aircraft 1920-1929

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