Bristol Boxkite by Ivan Berryman. SIG2680DHM1834. Bristol Boxkite by Ivan Berryman. Based on a design by Henry Farman, the Bristol Boxkite first appeared in 1910 and was put into service with the RFC from its formation in 1912. It was used extensively by RNAS training schools at Eastbourne, Eastchurch and Hendon, but the type was withdrawn from service in 1915 due to obsolescence. Military versions were distinguishable from production aircraft by having extended upper wings to increase lift
To make the craft more pilot friendly during carrier landings droops were designed into the leading edges of the wings
shown right) Despite constant enemy fire this amazing feat was achieved in only 2 days
Lowenhardt elected to abandon his aircraft
They were to fly a 2000 mile round-trip deep into enemy territory
Signed by Air Commodore Peter Brothers (deceased) and Air Vice-Marshal Johnnie Johnson
Size 30 inches x 25 inches (71cm x 64cm)
176 Halifaxes built during World War II
After pilot training
Spitfire Mk9
Jurgen Oesten (deceased)
5 inches (30cm x 22cm)
With the aid of his FuG220 and upward firing Schrage Musik armament