Gotha

Gothaer Waggonfabrik Ag

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.