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Cyril Frank Uwins (1896-1972) chief test pilot Bristol Aero
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Cyril Frank Uwins (1896-1972) chief test pilot Bristol Aero
Cyril Frank Uwins, 1896-1972, chief test pilot, Bristol Aeroplane Company. Date: 1972
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1896 1972 Bristol Chief Cyril Frank Pilot Test Uwins
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In this striking photograph, Cyril Frank Uwins (1896-1972) is seen in the cockpit of a Bristol Aeroplane Company plane, deep in concentration as he prepares for another test flight. Uwins, a renowned test pilot, played a pivotal role in the development and refinement of various aircraft models produced by the Bristol Aero engine and aircraft manufacturing company. Born in 1896, Uwins began his aviation career during World War I, where he served as a pilot in the Royal Flying Corps. After the war, he joined the Bristol Aeroplane Company, where he would spend the next several decades pushing the boundaries of aviation technology. Uwins' expertise and bravery were invaluable to the company as they continually sought to improve their aircraft designs. He conducted numerous tests on new models, often flying at high altitudes and speeds to assess their performance and identify any potential issues. His dedication and skill helped ensure that the planes produced by the Bristol Aero were of the highest quality and safety standards. In this image, Uwins wears a flight helmet and goggles, with his hands on the controls as he gazes intently out of the cockpit. The plane, with its sleek design and powerful engines, sits ready for takeoff behind him. The photograph captures the intensity and focus of Uwins as he prepares for another important test flight, further cementing his legacy as a pioneering test pilot and a key figure in the history of aviation. Cyril Frank Uwins retired from the Bristol Aero in 1972, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the field of aviation. His contributions to the development of various aircraft models helped shape the future of air travel and continue to inspire new generations of pilots and engineers.
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