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A comprehensive list of aircraft used by the British forces and BOAC during the Second World War, organized by categories and roles. Includes fighters, bombers, reconnaissance, trainers, transports, gliders and prototypes.
Complete listing of all combat aircraft deployed by the United Kingdom (Britain) during World War 2.
The Gloster Meteor was the first British jet fighter and the Allies' only jet aircraft to engage in combat operations during the Second World War. [1] The Meteor's development was heavily reliant on its ground-breaking turbojet engines, pioneered by Frank Whittle and his company, Power Jets Ltd .
Learn about the Spitfire, Hurricane, Bf 109 and other aircraft that fought in the air duel over southern England in 1940. See photos, facts and stories of the RAF and Luftwaffe pilots and their machines.
British WW2 Aircraft: Avro Lancaster. The Lancaster evolved from the Avro firm’s ill-fated Manchester to become one of the great bombers of World War II. With two Rolls-Royce Vulture engines, the Manchester lacked reliability for combat operations and was abandoned after limited production.
Learn about the main aircraft used by both sides during the air campaign of 1940 that defended Britain against Nazi Germany. See the advantages and disadvantages of the Spitfire, Hurricane, Bf 109, Bf 110 and more.
19 lip 2024 · With its trademark elliptical wings and graceful lines, the Supermarine Spitfire is one of the most recognizable aircraft in history and as much a symbol of British defiance as the English...
