You don’t need to speak Italian to enjoy this unique bit of aviation history Check out this Stipa-Caproni “Flying Barrel” takeoff footage from 1932.This Italian experimental aircraft, while not the sleekest design, incorporated a ducted fan, which was way ahead of its time!
Stipa-Caproni Flight Video
That was amazing. Personally I was surprised by the small vertical stabilizer. Reminded me of some racers in the U.S. during the 30s. I take my hat of to that aircrew!