Operated aircraft works and flying school at Gotha and seaplane school at Warnemunde in First World War. Manufactured large quantities of aircraft during the war, including seaplanes and twin-engine bombers. Closed by Versailles Peace Treaty. Reopened in mid-1930s with two-seat training biplane, Go 145. In Second World War built Bf 109 fighter and Do 17Z bomber, also Go 242 glider and a powered version designated Go 244.