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Discussion of Gloster test pilots' appreciation of Sapphire engine in GA.5 aircraft...

Catalogue reference: PA1716/4/2/33

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Reference
PA1716/4/2/33
Title
Discussion of Gloster test pilots' appreciation of Sapphire engine in GA.5 aircraft WD.804
Date
4 January 1952
Description

In recording this discussion, the Gloster pilots' remarks are quoted in full and our answers to each appear immediately beneath. It should be recorded that S/Ldr Waterton stressed the fact that the contents of his appreciation were not necessarily a criticism, although that word does appear in certain sections of the report. he also stated that whilst he has concluded by saying that the Sapphire is not considered fit for service use, the same would also apply to the Avon RA.2

Held by
Coventry Archives & Research Centre
Former department reference
Bitteswell flight section test pilot
Language
English
Physical description
1 Item
Record URL
https://beta.nationalarchives.gov.uk/catalogue/id/366ab205-3b4e-4c7e-85f9-ef6bcc5853aa/

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Discussion of Gloster test pilots' appreciation of Sapphire engine in GA.5 aircraft WD.804