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de Havilland DH-108 Swallow
Royal Air Force RAF de Havilland Dh-108 Swallow Flying Enroute over Fields, As Flown by Test-Pilot Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown, Cbe, Dsc, Afc, Fraes, Rn (Born 21 January 1919) Former Royal-Navy Officer Date: 1940s
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Aircraft Exterior Archive Days External Olden Past Prototypes Vw120
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This photograph showcases the sleek and innovative de Havilland DH-108 Swallow, soaring through the skies over the English countryside during the 1940s. At the helm of this groundbreaking aircraft is the renowned test-pilot, Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown, CBE, DSC, AFC, RN. Born on January 21, 1919, Winkle Brown was a former Royal Navy officer who made significant contributions to aviation history. The DH-108 Swallow was a British single-seat, jet-powered research aircraft, developed and manufactured by de Havilland Aircraft Company. This particular Swallow, registered as VW120, was one of the prototypes that paved the way for the successful production of the DH-100 Vampire, the world's first jet fighter to enter mass production. As the test-pilot for the de Havilland company, Winkle Brown played a crucial role in the development and evaluation of this revolutionary aircraft. In this photograph, we see the DH-108 Swallow in its element, flying en route over fields, showcasing its impressive speed and agility. The exterior of the aircraft is adorned with various markings and sensors, indicating its role as a testbed for various aviation technologies. This photograph is a captivating snapshot of aviation history, transporting us back to the 1940s and the golden age of aviation. The de Havilland DH-108 Swallow, as flown by the legendary test-pilot Winkle Brown, remains an iconic symbol of British innovation and ingenuity.
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