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Westland Wagtail single seat fighter
Westland Wagtail single seat fighter first flown in April 1918. Only three were completed. Seen here is serial no. C 4293. Date: circa 1918
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Biplane Biplanes Flown Seat Serial Wagtail Westland
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This photograph depicts the Westland Wagtail, a single-seat fighter aircraft that first took to the skies in April 1918 during the final stages of World War I. Serial number C 4293, seen here, is one of only three Wagtail prototypes ever built. The Wagtail was a biplane design, with two wings arranged in a tractor configuration, meaning the propeller was located in front of the wings. Its sleek lines and distinctive shape make it a striking addition to the annals of aviation history. The Westland Wagtail was developed in response to a British requirement for a new fighter aircraft to replace the aging Sopwith Camel and S.E.5. The Wagtail's innovative design featured a number of advanced features for the time, including a synchronized machine gun and a more powerful engine. However, due to the end of the war, the Wagtail never saw combat service. Despite its brief history, the Westland Wagtail remains an important chapter in the history of military aviation. Its innovative design and advanced features paved the way for future fighter aircraft, and its sleek lines continue to captivate aviation enthusiasts to this day. This photograph, taken circa 1918, offers a rare glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the skies were filled with the sound of roaring engines and the sight of brave pilots pushing the limits of what was possible.
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