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Royal Aircraft Factory
Royal Aircraft Factory
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The Royal Aircraft Factory at Farnborough was established to build observation balloons for the British Army, but it expanded to employ over 3500 people and became the subject of a political controversy. It was renamed the Royal Aircraft Establishment in 1918 to avoid a clash of initials with the Royal Air Force and to better define its role. The Factory produced many designs for airships and aeroplanes between 1908 and 1918, which are described in detail with photographs and three-view drawings.
Format: Hardback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 15 July 2021
Publisher: Fonthill Media
The Royal Aircraft Factory at Farnborough, a forerunner of the world's premier aeronautical research establishment, played a pivotal role in designing a wide array of aircraft that equipped the RFC, RNAS, and RAF during the First World War. Initially established to build observation balloons for the Victorian British Army, the Factory underwent significant expansion, employing over 3500 people by mid-1916. This remarkable growth led to a political controversy that ultimately resulted in a judicial enquiry. In 1918, the Factory's title was changed to the Royal Aircraft Establishment to avoid a clash of initials with the newly formed Royal Air Force and to better define its evolving role.
Between 1908 and 1918, the Factory produced an extensive range of designs for airships and aeroplanes. These designs are meticulously described, accompanied by photographs, and complemented by three-view drawings for the more prominent ones. The Factory's contributions to aviation technology during this period were significant, and its legacy continues to shape the field of aeronautics today.
The Royal Aircraft Factory at Farnborough's story is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of its engineers and designers, and its impact on the history of aviation cannot be overstated. Its contributions to the war effort and its role in shaping the future of aviation research and development are a source of pride for Britain and the world.
Weight: 1102g
Dimension: 181 x 257 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781781558416
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