Schwenkplatte SP 1A for the Ju 88A-4

[Charon]

Now that we have the ability to adjust gunsight elevation (Typhoon, Mosquito), adding a Schwenkplatte SP 1A to the Ju 88A-4 would let it function as a dive bomber and take advantage of the dive brakes and contact altimeter it's equipped with. While not all Ju 88s were so equipped, LDv20/2 makes clear that the Ju 88 needed a substantial hold-over (up to 14 degrees even before accounting for wind!) and therefor must be adjusted if the pilot is to be able to effectively aim their bombs.

 

 

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Ju 88 equipped with one of these devices at the Norwegian Aviation Museum: