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On 7th September 1929, Flying Officer Henry Richard Danvers Waghorn
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On 7th September 1929, Flying Officer Henry Richard Danvers Waghorn
On 7th September 1929, Flying Officer Henry Richard Danvers Waghorn, a pilot with the Royal Air Force High-Speed Flight based at RAF Calshot, flew a Supermarine S.6, N247, to win the Coupe d Aviation Maritime Jacques Schneider (Schneider Cup) race. Flying Officer Waghorn is shown here boarding his Supermarine S.6. for race number 2. Date: 1929
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Aviator Climbing Coupe Crew Danvers High Speed Jacques Maritime Pilot Racer Schneider Speed Supermarine Trophy 1929 Waghorn
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On the brink of history: Flying Officer Henry Richard Danvers Waghorn prepares for takeoff in the Supermarine S.6, N247, for the Coupe d'Aviation Maritime Jacques Schneider race on 7th September 1929. Waghorn, a pilot with the Royal Air Force High-Speed Flight based at RAF Calshot, was determined to bring home the coveted Schneider Cup trophy. The Schneider Cup was an international seaplane race, established in 1913 to promote the development of seaplane technology and speed records. Waghorn's participation in the race marked a significant moment in aviation history, as he was the first Royal Air Force pilot to win the prestigious competition. In this photograph, Waghorn is seen boarding his Supermarine S.6, a sleek and powerful seaplane, for race number 2. The 1920s were a time of great innovation and progress in the field of aviation, and this image captures the spirit of adventure and determination that defined the era. With the support of his dedicated crew and team, Waghorn soared to victory, cementing his place in aviation history.
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