The design was based on that of the HD 21, and like that aircraft, it had three open cockpits in tandem, although the most forward of these was usually faired over when not in use.

The Swedish Air Force bought an example to evaluate as a replacement for the World War I-vintage Albatros B.IIs it was then using for training.

This aircraft was designated Sk 5 and was flight tested until March 1927, at which time it was judged inadequate in performance.

It was subsequently sold onto the civil market and was eventually acquired by the Flygvapenmuseum, where it is preserved.

General characteristics Performance Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era