Strutter Collection

Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter F2211 flown by Lt Col R Bell Davies
Sopwith 1 Strutter, F2211, flown by Lt Col R. Bell Davies, VC, DSO, during his first take-off from HMS Argus on 1 October 1918. Date: 1918

Sopwith 1. 5 Strutter developed for the RNAS
Sopwith 1.5 Strutter single-seat bomber developed for the RNAS in late 1915. Seen here is serial no. N5504. Date: circa 1915-1916

AMF - Sop. 1B1. - Sopwith 1 half Strutter bomber
Aviation Militaire Francaise - Sop.1B1. - Sopwith 1 and a half Strutter bomber 16. Over 4, 500 Sopwith 1 and a half Strutters were built in France from 1916, in single and two seat Army co-operation

AMF - Sop. 1E2. - Sopwith 1 half Strutter trainer
Aviation Militaire Francaise - Sop.1E2. - A two-seat bomber Sopwith 1 and a half Strutter (Sop 1B2) relegated from first-line service as a trainer

Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter three-view drawing
Sopwith 1 Strutter three-view drawing

Sopwith 15 Strutter (forward view, on the ground)

Sopwith 1. 5 Strutter taking off from gun platform
Sopwith 1.5 Strutter single-seat bomber of the RNAS, taking off from a warships gun platform. Date: circa 1918

Sopwith 1. 5 Strutter fighter plane
Sopwith 1.5 Strutter fighter plane. Seen here is serial no. 6901, the first of 100 aircraft produced for the RFC. It first flew in December 1915 and was introduced in April 1916. Date: circa 1915-1916

Sopwith 1. 5 Strutter taking off from ship
Sopwith 1.5 Strutter, launching from a makeshift turret-top platform on board a ship. Date: circa 1916-1918

Sopwith 15 Strutter two seater of the Armys Royal Flying Corps

Sopwith 15 Strutter 2-seat fighter (side view)
Sopwith 15 Strutter 2-seat fighter (side view, on the ground)

Sopwith 1 Strutter

Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter Rear view
Sopwith 1 Strutter. Rear view

A skid-equipped Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter A5952
A skid-equipped Sopwith 1 Strutter, A5952

A Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter takes-off from HMS Furious
A Sopwith 1 Strutter takes-off from HMS Furious, 25 March 1918. Date: 1918

A skid-equipped Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter takes-off from a ship
A skid-equipped Sopwith 1 Strutter takes-off from a ship

Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter Front view
Sopwith 1 Strutter. Front view

Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter single-seat bomber
Sopwith 1 Strutter single-seat bomber

Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter built at Hayes
Sopwith 1 Strutter built at Hayes

Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter N5220
Sopwith 1 Strutter, N5220

Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter
Sopwith 1 Strutter

Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter A1090
Sopwith 1 Strutter, A1090

Sopwith 1 1 / 2 Strutter 9382
Sopwith 1 Strutter, 9382

Sopwith 1 Strutter biplane taking off from a ship, WW1
A Sopwith 1 Strutter biplane taking off from the gun turret platform of a ship during the First World War. Date: circa 1916-1918

Sopwith Strutter plane crashed in airfield, France, WW1
A Sopwith 1 Strutter biplane of No. 5 (N) Squadron RNAS (Royal Naval Air Service) which has crashed at Petite-Synthe airfield, Dunkirk, northern France, during the First World War. Date: 1917

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"Strutter: The Versatile Aircraft of its Time" The Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter, flown by Lt Col R Bell Davies, was a remarkable aircraft that left an indelible mark in aviation history. Serving various roles, this versatile plane showcased its prowess as a bomber, trainer, and fighter. In the skies above war-torn Europe, the AMF-Sop. 1B1 and AMF-Sop. 1E2 models of the Sopwith 1/2 Strutter proved their mettle as bombers and trainers respectively. These agile machines soared through the clouds with precision and power. On the ground, we witness the majestic sight of the Sopwith 15 Strutter parked before us - its sleek frame exuding strength and purpose. Its forward view hints at countless adventures yet to be embarked upon. From gun platforms to ships' decks, the Sopwith 5 Strutter fearlessly took off into battle. As a fighter plane par excellence, it dominated aerial skirmishes with unmatched speed and maneuverability. Not limited to combat scenarios alone, this magnificent aircraft also served as a two-seater for Army's Royal Flying Corps personnel in their pursuit of reconnaissance missions or engaging enemy targets from above. A side view reveals the sheer elegance of the Sopwith 15 Strutter's design - every curve meticulously crafted for optimal performance amidst turbulent skies. Developed specifically for RNAS (Royal Naval Air Service), the Sopwith 1/2 Strutter embodied innovation at its core – pushing boundaries while ensuring safety for those who piloted it into uncharted territories. For enthusiasts seeking technical insights into this marvel of engineering brilliance, the three-view drawing showcases every intricate detail that made up this iconic aircraft - testament to human ingenuity reaching new heights during times of conflict. With each passing moment spent airborne, the legacy of these extraordinary planes lives on. Their contribution to aviation history remains unparalleled, forever etched in the annals of time.