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Airspeed AS. 5 Courier G-ADAY
Airspeed AS.5 Courier G-ADAY (msn 27), of Portsmouth Southsea and Isle of Wight Aviation (PSIOWA). Due to persistent maintenance problems with the retractable undercarriage, this and several other Couriers flew with the undercarriage permanently locked down. Delivered to PSIOWA in April 1935 Impressed by the Royal Air Force as X9343 on 18 March 1940 Air Transport Auxiliary, based at White Waltham No. 22 MU, RAF Silloth, 12 October 1940; No. 48 MU, RAF Hawarden, 15 October 1940 Airspeed for overhaul, 12 March 1941 struck off charge, 13 May 1941 Date: circa 1935-1939
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1941 Airspeed Auxiliary Based Charge Courier Couriers Delivered Flew Hawarden Impressed Isle Locked Maintenance Overhaul Permanently Persistent Portsmouth Problems Retractable Southsea Struck Undercarriage Waltham Wight 1935 Silloth
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Airspeed AS.5 Courier G-ADAY (msn 27): A Piece of Aviation History from Portsmouth Southsea and Isle of Wight Aviation (PSIOWA) This vintage photograph captures the Airspeed AS.5 Courier G-ADAY (msn 27) in its prime, although with an unusual feature. Due to persistent maintenance problems with the retractable undercarriage, this and several other Couriers were forced to fly with the undercarriage permanently locked down. Delivered to PSIOWA in April 1935, the AS.5 Courier was a significant aircraft for its time, boasting a top speed of 160 mph and a range of 450 miles. The aircraft was initially impressed by the Royal Air Force as X9343 in March 1940 and was later assigned to various Maintenance Units (MUs) for repairs and overhauls. From White Waltham No. 22 MU, RAF Silloth, to No. 48 MU, RAF Hawarden, G-ADAY underwent several repairs between October 1940 and March 1941. However, despite these efforts, the undercarriage issue could not be fully resolved, and the aircraft was eventually struck off charge on May 13, 1941. This photograph, taken circa 1935-1939, showcases the determination and resilience of the aviation industry during a time when aircraft were essential for both military and civilian purposes. The Airspeed AS.5 Courier G-ADAY (msn 27) remains an intriguing piece of aviation history, a testament to the ingenuity and perseverance of those who worked to keep these aircraft in the sky.
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