The Caudron G.3 was a French biplane reconnaissance and trainer aircraft designed and built by the Caudron brothers in the early 20th century. The aircraft was used by several air forces during World War I, and it was one of the most successful aircraft of its time.

The G.3 had a wooden frame covered in fabric and was powered by a 80-horsepower Le Rhône rotary engine. It had a wingspan of 11.8 meters and a length of 7.3 meters. The aircraft was designed for reconnaissance and training duties and could carry a small bomb load for ground attack missions.

The G.3 was widely used by the French and Belgian air forces during the war and was also used by several other air forces, including the British Royal Flying Corps. The aircraft was particularly effective in reconnaissance missions, and its speed and maneuverability made it a difficult target for enemy fighters.

In total, more than 2,400 Caudron G.3 aircraft were produced between 1914 and 1918, making it one of the most successful aircraft designs of the war. After the war, the G.3 continued to serve with several air forces, and it was also used for civilian purposes, including as a mail carrier and passenger aircraft.

The Caudron G.3’s success helped establish the Caudron brothers as one of the leading aircraft manufacturers in the world, and it contributed to the rapid development of aviation technology during this period. The G.3 was also influential in the development of aircraft design, and it served as a template for many future reconnaissance and trainer aircraft designs.