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Establishing nose-wheel lift of the English Electric P1 WG7
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Establishing nose-wheel lift of the English Electric P1 WG7
Establishing nose-wheel lift of the English Electric P1, WG760, at Boscombe Down. 24 July 1954. Date: 1954
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1954 Boscombe Electric Establishing Lift Nose Wg760 Wheel
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This photograph captures the moment of history as the English Electric P1, WG760, establishes nose-wheel lift during a test flight at Boscombe Down on 24 July 1954. The English Electric P1, a groundbreaking transport aircraft, was designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Air Force for a versatile, short takeoff and landing (STOL) aircraft. In this image, we see the plane, with its distinctive wing design and powerful engines, touching down the nose-wheel on the runway, marking the successful completion of this crucial phase of the test flight. The scene at Boscombe Down Airfield, located in Wiltshire, England, is filled with a sense of anticipation and excitement as the team of engineers and pilots look on, eagerly awaiting the next stage of the flight. The English Electric P1 went on to become a significant aircraft in the history of aviation, demonstrating the innovative capabilities of British engineering and design in the post-war era. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of those involved in the development of this remarkable aircraft.
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