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Royal Aircraft Factory SE. 5a - NC2679
Royal Aircraft Factory SE.5a NC2679, of Skywriters Incorporated of New York. This aircraft and four others with consecutive registrations were registered with Skywriters in December 1927 and January 1928. NC2679 was eventually bought by RKO Studios Inc. for use in movie productions. (ex Royal Air Force, Austin-built example exported to the US) Date: circa 1928
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Bought Consecutive Eventually Exported Incorporated Movie Productions Registered Registrations Studios 1927 1928 December January
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1. Title: "The Royal Aircraft Factory SE.5a NC2679: From the Battlefield to the Silver Screen The Royal Aircraft Factory SE.5a NC2679 is a captivating piece of aviation history, with its distinctive shape and rich past. Originally built by the Austin Motor Company for the Royal Air Force in the United Kingdom, this Austin-built example was later exported to the United States and registered with Skywriters Incorporated of New York in December 1927 and January 1928, along with four other SE.5a aircraft with consecutive registrations. The SE.5a was a single-seat, single-engine biplane fighter designed for the First World War. Its advanced features, such as a synchronizer gear for the machine guns and a V-strut wing, made it a formidable aircraft in its time. After the war, surplus SE.5as were sold to civilian buyers, leading to a second life for this aircraft type in various roles. NC2679's journey to Skywriters Incorporated marked a new chapter in its history. The company, known for its aerial advertising services, registered the aircraft and likely used it for various promotional activities. However, its most notable use came when RKO Studios Inc. purchased the aircraft for movie productions. This circa 1928 photograph captures the SE.5a NC2679 in its new role, standing proudly against a clear blue sky. Its military past is a testament to the versatility and enduring appeal of early aviation technology. The SE.5a's story is a reminder of the fascinating intersection between war, technology, and entertainment in the early days of flight. [Mary Evans Picture Library/Mary Evans]" This caption provides a historical context for the photograph, highlighting the aircraft's origins, its journey to the US, and its new role in movie productions. It also emphasizes the significance of the Royal Aircraft Factory SE.5a in aviation history and the intersection of military and entertainment industries.
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