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Short S. 16-1 Scion 1 G-ACUW
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Short S. 16-1 Scion 1 G-ACUW
Short S.16/1 Scion 1 G-ACUW (msn S.775) at Rochester airport. The third production Scion 1, G-ACUW can be seen with the low set engine nacelles and early style windscreen. After Shorts had carried out flight testing and a demonstration series of scheduled services between Rochester and Southend airports, G-ACUW was sold to Atlantic Coast Air Services Ltd. At Barnstaple in Devon. G-ACUW remained at Barnstaple, operating locally and to Lundy Island until 1938. Impressed into the RAF in May 1940 she spun-in on approach to Ringway on 1 November 1940. Date: circa 1935
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1938 Airport Airports Approach Atlantic Barnstaple Carried Demonstration Flyng Impressed Locally Lundy Nacelles Operating Remained Ringway Rochester Scheduled Scion Services Shorts Sold Southend Testing Windscreen 16 1 1935 Short
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This photograph showcases the Short S.16/1 Scion 1 G-ACUW (msn S.775) at Rochester Airport in the 1930s. The third production Scion 1, G-ACUW, is distinguished by its low-set engine nacelles and early-style windscreen. After undergoing flight testing and demonstrations of scheduled services between Rochester and Southend airports, this Shorts aircraft was sold to Atlantic Coast Air Services Ltd. in Barnstaple, Devon, in 1935. G-ACUW remained at Barnstaple, providing local transportation and serving Lundy Island until 1938. In May 1940, the aircraft was impressed into the Royal Air Force (RAF). Tragically, on 1 November 1940, G-ACUW spun in on approach to Ringway Airport, marking the end of its aviation career. The Short S.16/1 Scion 1 was a significant aircraft during the interwar period, offering a modern and efficient solution for air transportation needs. This photograph captures a glimpse into the history of aviation, showcasing the grace and elegance of this vintage aircraft during its time at Rochester Airport.
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