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Fairey IIIF aircraft of 824 Sqn Fa

Fairey IIIF Mk.III aircraft of 824 Squadron over HMS Eagle, April 1933

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© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum

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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a formation of Fairey IIIF Mk.III biplanes from 824 Squadron soars above the flight deck of HMS Eagle, the Royal Navy's first purpose-built aircraft carrier, in April 1933. The image, captured by renowned aviation photographer Charles E. Brown, offers a glimpse into the interwar period of the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Fleet Air Arm, the branch of the RAF responsible for naval aviation. The Fairey IIIF Mk.III, a versatile and agile biplane, was the workhorse of the Fleet Air Arm during the 1930s. With its open cockpit and two-bladed propeller, it was a sight to behold as it took off from the short flight deck of HMS Eagle, its wings gracefully lifting off the deck before it climbed into the sky. The photograph captures the excitement and energy of naval aviation during this era, as the RAF and Royal Navy worked together to develop the capabilities of carrier-borne aircraft. The pilots of 824 Squadron, dressed in their leather helmets and goggles, appear focused and determined as they fly in formation, their aircraft reflecting the pride and professionalism of the Royal Navy. The image also highlights the close relationship between the RAF and the Royal Navy during this period, as both branches worked together to defend the United Kingdom's shores and project power overseas. The successful integration of aircraft into naval operations would prove crucial during the Second World War, as the Fleet Air Arm played a key role in the Battle of the Atlantic and other major campaigns. Charles E. Brown's photograph is a testament to the innovation, courage, and teamwork of the men and women who served in the RAF and the Royal Navy during the interwar period, and is an important reminder of the vital role that aviation played in the defense of the United Kingdom during this time.

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