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Supermarine Sea Lion I / 1
Squadron Cmdr B D Hobbs, Frank F.K. Mcclean (Later Sir Francis) and a Supermarine Sea Lion I / 1 Parked in the Sea at Bournemouth for the Schneider Trophy Air Race Date: 1919
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1. Title: "Pioneers of Aviation: Supermarine Sea Lion I / 1 and its Crew Prepare for the Schneider Trophy Air Race, Bournemouth, 1919" 2.. This evocative photograph captures the spirit of innovation and adventure that defined the early days of aviation. Taken in 1919 at Bournemouth, England, the image features Squadron Commander B.D. Hobbs, Frank F.K. McClean (later Sir Francis McClean), and the Supermarine Sea Lion I / 1, a groundbreaking seaplane that would go on to make history in the prestigious Schneider Trophy Air Race. 3. Background: The Schneider Trophy was an international air racing competition established in 1913 to promote the development of seaplanes and water takeoff and landing techniques. The race, held every three years, attracted the world's best pilots and aircraft designers, pushing the boundaries of aviation technology and setting new records. 4. Description: In the photograph, Squadron Commander Hobbs and Frank McClean are seen standing next to the Supermarine Sea Lion I / 1, a single-engine, pusher configuration biplane with a distinctive hull designed for water takeoff and landing. The Sea Lion I / 1, powered by a piston engine, was the first of its kind to be built by the Supermarine Aviation Works in Southampton, England. 5. Innovation and Achievement: The Supermarine Sea Lion I / 1, piloted by Hobbs, would go on to win the 1919 Schneider Trophy Air Race, setting a new world seaplane speed record of 113.1 mph (181.9 km/h). The victory marked a significant milestone in the development of seaplanes and the future of civil and military aviation. 6. Legacy: The success of the Supermarine Sea Lion I / 1 and its crew set the stage for further advancements in seaplane design and technology, paving the way for the development of more advanced flying boats and amphibious aircraft. This photograph serves as a testament to the pioneering spirit and ingenuity of the early aviation pioneers.
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