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Chilton DW. 1 G-AFGH
Chilton DW.1, G-AFGH, at Elmdon (Birmingham Airport) in 1949 for the Kings Cup Air Race, flown by Squadron Leader. H. R. Bilbrough, with race number 45. Date: 1949
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© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
1949 Airport Birmingham Chilton Flown Kings Squadron Elmdon
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This photograph captures the sleek and powerful Chilton DW.1, registration number G-AFGH, at Elmdon Airport in Birmingham during the prestigious Kings Cup Air Race of 1949. The race, which took place over the course of several days, attracted some of the finest aviators and aircraft of the time. Squadron Leader H.R. Bilbrough is seen proudly standing next to his Chilton DW.1, with race number 45 prominently displayed on the fuselage. The determination and focus in Bilbrough's expression speak volumes about the intense competition and high stakes of the event. The Chilton DW.1 was a single-engine, low-wing monoplane designed by the Chilton Aircraft Company, a British aircraft manufacturer. Known for its exceptional speed and agility, the DW.1 was a formidable contender in the Kings Cup Air Race. Elmdon Airport, now known as Birmingham International Airport, served as the base for the race in 1949. The airport's long runway and open spaces provided an ideal location for the race's takeoffs and landings. The Kings Cup Air Race, first held in 1932, was one of the most prestigious and challenging air races in the world. It tested the skills and courage of pilots and their aircraft, pushing them to their limits in a grueling competition that spanned hundreds of miles and numerous checkpoints. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into aviation history, capturing the excitement and spirit of competition that defined the Kings Cup Air Race of 1949. With the Chilton DW.1 and its fearless pilot, Squadron Leader Bilbrough, poised for takeoff, the future looked bright for both the aviation industry and the thrill of air racing.
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