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Handley Page HP-67 Hastings
Bristol Hercules 101 Radial Engine and Propellers of a RAF Handley Page Hp-67 Hastings Prototype Flying Enroute Date: 1946
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1946 Cargo Four Engined Handley Hastings Hp 67 Hp67 Low Wing Monoplane Tail Dragger Pistonprop Powered
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, the Handley Page HP-67 Hastings, registration number TE580, soars through the sky during a test flight in 1946. This four-engined military transport aircraft, manufactured by the Handley Page Aircraft Company in the United Kingdom, was a significant development in post-war aviation. Powered by four Bristol Hercules 101 radial engines and propellers, the Hastings was a low-wing monoplane with a tail dragger configuration, capable of carrying large cargo loads and accommodating up to 50 passengers. The Royal Air Force (RAF) was the primary user of the Hastings, employing it for various roles including troop transport, medical evacuation, and VIP transport. The aircraft's versatility and reliability made it an essential asset to the RAF during the late 1940s and early 1950s. This photograph captures the Hastings in its element, with the four engines and propellers creating a powerful and dynamic image. The aircraft's sleek lines and streamlined design reflect the advanced engineering and innovation of the time. The image also conveys a sense of motion and energy, as the Hastings cuts through the clouds, leaving a trail of vapor in its wake. Overall, this photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of post-war aviation and the RAF's commitment to maintaining a modern and capable fleet.
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