Canvas Print : Sunbeam Bomber built for the RNAS, this single seat tor
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Sunbeam Bomber built for the RNAS, this single seat tor
Sunbeam Bomber built for the RNAS, this single seat torpedo bomber flew in late 1917 but proved a failure
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Media ID 14223895
© Hugh W. Cowin Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Failure Flew Proved Rnas Seat Sunbeam Torpedo Worlds
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring history into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases the Sunbeam Bomber, a single-seat torpedo bomber built for the Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) in 1917. Known for its distinctive design, this aircraft was unfortunately a failure in combat. Our high-quality canvas prints, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, faithfully reproduce the intricate details and rich colors of this iconic aviation art. Elevate your space with a piece of history that tells a story, order your Canvas Print of Sunbeam Bomber today.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases the Sunbeam Bomber, a single-seat torpedo bomber that was meticulously built for the Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) during World War I. The Sunbeam Bomber, a testament to the ingenuity and determination of early aviation engineers, first took to the skies in late 1917. However, despite its innovative design and promising potential, the Sunbeam Bomber ultimately proved to be a failure. The Sunbeam Bomber was a significant departure from traditional biplane designs of the era, featuring a sleek monoplane configuration and a distinctive fuselage. Its powerful Rolls-Royce engine provided ample power, allowing it to carry a substantial payload of up to 1,000 pounds, including a torpedo or bombs. The aircraft was also equipped with a synchronizer gear, enabling the pilot to fire a forward-fixed machine gun through the propeller arc. Despite its impressive specifications, the Sunbeam Bomber faced numerous challenges in operational use. Its handling characteristics were less than ideal, making it difficult for pilots to effectively drop their payloads or engage enemy targets. Additionally, the aircraft's fragile structure and limited endurance hindered its effectiveness in combat. This photograph captures the Sunbeam Bomber in its prime, a symbol of the pioneering spirit and technological advancements that defined the early days of aviation. Though its tenure in the skies was brief, the Sunbeam Bomber remains an important chapter in the history of flight and the evolution of military aviation.
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