Hydroplane Collection

Hispano-Suiza H6C racing the Baby Bootlegger Speedboat
A modified racing Hispano-Suiza H6C 1924 Speedster racing against the speedboat Baby Bootlegger of New York (designed by George Crouch)

Dreadnoughts and hydroplane, British Grand Fleet, North Sea, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War by HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

A British Hydroplane during World War One, from The History of the Great War, pub.c. 1919
3502806 A British Hydroplane during World War One, from The History of the Great War, pub.c. 1919; (add.info.: A British Hydroplane during World War One, from The History of the Great War, pub.c)

Richardson Tandem Biplane Hydroplane Taking Off On Potomac, April, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Richardson Tandem Biplane Hydroplane Taking Off On Potomac, April, 1916

Richardson Tandem Biplane Hydroplane on Potomac, April, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Richardson Tandem Biplane Hydroplane on Potomac, April, 1916. George A. Gray at Controls, at Left And Right are Richardson Brothers who built the plane; 2nd from Left is their uncle

Claude Grahame-White hydroplane, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Claude Grahame-White Hydroplane, 1912. The early aviation pioneer, Claude Grahame-White flew his hydroplane at Cowes over the assembled yachts which included the Royal Yacht which had King George V

The hydroplane Brunhilde. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The hydroplane Brunhilde. Brunhilde was built by S. E. Saunders on the Isle of Wight for the Duke of Westminster as a successor to the record breaking Ursula

Seaplane at tropical beach resort. Amazing summer travel vacation view. Perfect blue sea view with Maldives islands, transportation, plane, seascape

South Ari Atoll, Maldives - December 15 2019: Maldives airline seaplane near tropical islands in blue sea. Amazing summer travel vacation

Red and white seaplane approaching island in the Maldives. Transmaldivian airlines in Maldives island

Aerial view of a seaplane approaching island in the Maldives. Maldives beach from birds eye view. Aerial view on Maldives island, atolls and blue sea

Maldives beach from birds eye view. Aerial view on Maldives island. Tropical islands and atolls in Maldives from aerial view. Summer holiday

Maldives island aerial landscape view. Beautiful blue sea and luxury water villas. Seaplane aerial view of Maldives atoll and coral reef

Seaplane at tropical beach resort. Maldives air travel and tourism blue sea with tropical island. Summer holiday vacation background, luxury travel

Tropical islands and atolls in Maldives from aerial view. Famous travel destination and luxury vacation or summer holiday concept. Aerial landscape

Seaplane at Maldives islands. Amazing blue lagoon, with red seaplane. Luxury travel and summer vacation concept

Twin otter red and white seaplane landing at Maldives

Aerial view from a seaplane on Maldives island

Male, Maldivian capital city from above. Aerial view Male

Izmes two 150 hp engines, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Izmes two 150 hp engines, 1913. Izme was built for Albert Vickers to take part in the British International Trophy (Harmsworth Trophy) event held at Osborne Bay in September 1913

Tofino, harbour and clayoquot sound landscape. Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Aerial View

Seaplanes and dock at sunset in Tofino, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Hydroplane, Kanuhura Island, Lhaviyani Atoll, Maldivian Airtaxi, Maldives

Sopwith seaplane early 1900s

Hydroplane during WW1

Hydroplane early 1900s

Lake Windermere hydroplane early 1900s

Curtiss V-4, V-12 Engine, Circa 1915. Creator: Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company
Toward the end of 1915, Curtiss conducted a design study for a large aircraft engine of 224 kW (300 hp) or more. The objective was a power plant for large seaplanes

Roberts 4X, In-line 4 Engine, 1911. Creator: Roberts Motor Company
The Model 4X engine was built by the Roberts Motor Company of Sandusky, Ohio. An important design objective was light weight

Stream-Lined Speed-Ship (litho)
2812559 Stream-Lined Speed-Ship (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stream-Lined Speed-Ship)

Modern life, American policeman who chases a thief in the sea with a hydroplane... (colour litho)
2815636 Modern life, American policeman who chases a thief in the sea with a hydroplane... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A very modern life)

During a stormy voyage between Sardinia and Tunisia, the Italian steamer Duce... (colour litho)
2783532 During a stormy voyage between Sardinia and Tunisia, the Italian steamer Duce... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Defenders of the British Empire (colour litho)
3094490 Defenders of the British Empire (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Defenders of the British Empire)

A bizarre aviation accident (colour litho)
2809118 A bizarre aviation accident (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A bizarre aviation accident)

Futuristic hydroplane
A futuristic hydroplane, skimming along the surface of the sea. Date: 1899

Unknown hydroplane underway, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Unknown hydroplane underway, 19th January 1912

Unknown hydroplane underway, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Unknown hydroplane underway, 1914

Unknown speedboat underway. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Unknown speedboat underway

The French hydroplane Despujols II, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The French hydroplane Despujols II, 1913. The 400 hp Despujols II was owned by M. Maurice Coulumb and competed for the British International Trophy which took place in Osborne Bay, September 1913

King George V - Our Sailor King
King George V (1865-1936) - Our Sailor King. The Royal Visit of the Royal Yacht Victoria & Albert to the Kings Fleet at Weymouth, Dorset

The French hydroplane Despujols I being towed, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The French hydroplane Despujols I being towed, 1913. Despujols I competed for the British International Trophy which took place in Osborne Bay

Izmes two 150 hp engines, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Izmes two 150 hp engines, 1913. Izme was built for Albert Vickers to take part in the British International Trophy (Harmsworth Trophy) event held at Osborne Bay in September 1913

The American hydropane Disturber III, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The American hydropane Disturber III, 1913. The 40 ft Fauber hydroplane Disturber III was owned by James A. Pugh. It was powered by two Van Blerck engines giving a total 600 hp

The French 400 hp hydroplane Despujols I, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The French 400 hp hydroplane Despujols I, 1913. Despujols I was owned by M. Victor and competed for the British International Trophy which took place in Osborne Bay, September 1913

The 40 ft hydroplane Pioneer under way. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 40 ft hydroplane Pioneer under way. Pioneer was an English boat, owned by the Duke of Westminster, and challenged America for possession of the Harmsworth International Trophy in 1910

The American hydroplane Ankle Deep, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The American hydroplane Ankle Deep, 1913. Ankle Deep was a 32 ft hydroplane designed by Tams, Lemoine & Crane and built by Staten Island Shipbuilding Co. for Count Mankowski

Hydroplane under way, 1913

Brunhilde on slip ready for launching. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Brunhilde on slip ready for launching. Brunhilde was built by S. E. Saunders on the Isle of Wight for the Duke of Westminster as a successor to the record breaking Ursula

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In the early 1900s, the world witnessed a remarkable innovation in transportation - the hydroplane. These sleek and speedy vessels revolutionized both land and sea travel, captivating enthusiasts around the globe. One notable race that showcased the power of hydroplanes was between the Hispano-Suiza H6C racing car and the Baby Bootlegger Speedboat. As they zoomed across waters with incredible velocity, spectators marveled at their sheer performance. During World War I, hydroplanes played a crucial role in naval warfare. The Dreadnoughts of the British Grand Fleet utilized these agile machines to patrol the treacherous North Sea, ensuring maritime supremacy during this tumultuous time. Meanwhile, aviation pioneers like Sopwith experimented with seaplanes equipped with hydrofoils as early as 1914. These innovative aircraft combined elements of both planes and boats, enabling them to take off from water surfaces effortlessly. The Lake Windermere it also left an indelible mark on history during this era. Its graceful design gliding through calm waters became a symbol of elegance and sophistication. In 1912, Claude Grahame-White's hydroplane took flight under Kirk & Sons' expert craftsmanship. This marvel of engineering demonstrated how these vessels could soar above water bodies with grace and precision. Another extraordinary creation by Kirk & Sons was Brunhilde - a hydroplane that pushed boundaries even further. With its cutting-edge technology and sleek design, it epitomized progress in marine engineering during this period. Notably powerful were Izmes two engines boasting an impressive 150 horsepower each in 1913 - showcasing how advancements in engine technology propelled hydroplanes to new heights of speed and efficiency. Across borders, Jules Fischer tested Farman's hydroplane in France - highlighting how this innovation captivated minds worldwide as people sought to harness its potential for various purposes beyond mere recreation or competition.