Aerospace Bristol - Britannia flight deck
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Aerospace Bristol - Britannia flight deck
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 9 Mar 2019
This is the forward section of Bristol Britannia G-ALRX. This was the second prototype and due to engine failure was forced to land in the Severn Estuary. The incoming tide rendered it no longer airworthy and it was subsequently used as an on-the-ground training aircraft. The Britannia first flew in 1952, could carry up to 139 passenger, 85 units were built, the top speed was 397 mph and the range was 4,430 miles. The museum is most impressive and although the Concorde is the star the supporting cast is also very interesting.
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