Tag: aviation
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Blackburn Cubaroo Torpedo Bomber
Blackburn Cubaroo Torpedo Bomber The Blackburn Cubaroo was designed in response to a British Air Ministry request for a coastal defence torpedo bomber. The aircraft was to have a long range, (800 miles – 1,300km) and be capable of carrying a full-sized 21-inch torpedo. It was thought at the time that this size weapon would… Read more
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de Havilland Sea Hornet in Australian Service
de Havilland Sea Hornet in Australian Service In 1948 a de Havilland Sea Hornet F.20 TT213 was delivered to Australia for tropical trials. Received by No. 1 Aircraft Depot on 8 June 1948 it was given the Royal Australian Air Force registration A83-1, although this was never applied to the airframe. On 10 September 1948… Read more
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Supermarine Seagull II
Supermarine Seagull II The Supermarine Seagull II was developed as an amphibious aircraft for the RAF for operation from the Royal Navy’s aircraft carriers. At the time, the RAF controlled all flying activities for the Royal Navy. Developed from the Supermarine Seal, the two prototypes (N158 and N159) were designated as the Seagull I. A… Read more