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Avro York C. 1 LV639
Avro York C.1 LV639, the fourth prototype York, used for paratroop dropping trials from a hatch in the belly, but was found unsuitable due to slipstream effects. Date: circa 1943
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Media ID 20027152
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
1943 Avro Belly Dropping Effects Found Fourth Hatch Paratroop Prototype Trials Unsuitable
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Avro York C.1 LV639 poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports you to the heart of World War II aviation history. Witness the fourth prototype York, used for paratroop dropping trials, as it takes flight in circa 1943. Add this vintage aviation masterpiece to your collection and bring a piece of historical aviation artistry into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.1cm (11.9" x 7.9")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Avro York C.1 LV639: A Pioneering Attempt at Airborne Troop Deployment (circa 1943) This evocative photograph captures the fourth prototype Avro York C.1, registration number LV639, during a pivotal moment in its experimental history. The Avro York, a British multi-engine transport aircraft, was initially designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Air Force (RAF) for a large transport aircraft capable of carrying troops and cargo. In this image, we see the York undergoing paratroop dropping trials, an innovative adaptation intended to expand its military capabilities. The trials were conducted by opening a hatch in the belly of the aircraft to deploy troops through the slipstream. However, the results were far from satisfactory. The slipstream effects proved to be a significant challenge, making precise troop deployment difficult and potentially dangerous. Despite these setbacks, the Avro York C.1 LV639's role in the paratroop trials marked a crucial step in the development of airborne troop deployment techniques. Ultimately, other methods, such as the use of rear ramp exits, would prove more effective and would be adopted for future military transport aircraft. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of military aviation innovation, highlighting the determination to adapt aircraft designs to meet the evolving needs of the battlefield. The Avro York C.1 LV639, though unsuitable for paratroop dropping trials, paved the way for future advancements in air transport and military logistics.
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