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Shield Xyla G-AWPN
Shield Xyla G-AWPN (msn 2 / PFA.1320), at a PFA rally. Designed and built at Mexborough Grammar School in Yorkshire, by the headmaster G.W. Shield. Date: circa 1980
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1320 1980 Grammar Headmaster Mexborough Rally Shield Designed
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This photograph showcases the Shield Xyla G-AWPN, a remarkable homebuilt aircraft designed and constructed at Mexborough Grammar School in Yorkshire during the late 1970s and early 1980s. The headmaster of the school, G.W. Shield, spearheaded the project, inspiring a new generation of aeronautical engineers and transport enthusiasts. The Shield Xyla G-AWPN, with the registration number MSN 2 and PFA.1320, is a testament to the ingenuity and dedication of the students and their mentor. The aircraft, a single-engine, two-seater, was designed with a conventional layout and boasted a wingspan of approximately 30 feet. The Shield Xyla G-AWPN was built primarily from aluminum and wood, and its sleek, aerodynamic design was a sight to behold. The photograph captures the Shield Xyla G-AWPN in its element at a PFA (Private Flyers Association) rally. The aircraft's distinctive livery, adorned with the school crest, proudly displays the hard work and dedication that went into its creation. The students and their headmaster stand nearby, beaming with pride as they showcase their aeronautical achievement to their peers and the aviation community. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a time when innovation, creativity, and hands-on learning were at the forefront of education. The Shield Xyla G-AWPN remains an enduring symbol of the passion for aviation and the indomitable spirit of the students and their headmaster at Mexborough Grammar School.
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