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Sopwith Pup N5182
Sopwith Pup N5182. Built by Sopwith Aviation Co. at Kingston upon Thames in 1916, N5182 was operated by several Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) squadrons in Belgium and Northern France. It was flown by the noted aces Edward Grange and Robert A. Little, both of whom scored victories with the aircraft. A private collector acquired N5182 from the French Air Force in 1959 and restored it to airworthy condition. N5182 was acquired by the museum in 1982 and is on static display at the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford in Cosford, Shropshire. Date: 1960s-1970s
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1959 1982 Aces Acquired Airworthy Collector Condition Cosford Flown Grange Kingston Noted Operated Private Restored Rnas Scored Shropshire Sopwith Squadrons Static Victories
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Sopwith Pup N5182: A Historical Aviation Icon This photograph showcases the Sopwith Pup N5182, a historic aircraft built by the Sopwith Aviation Company at Kingston upon Thames in 1916. N5182 holds a significant place in aviation history as it was operated by several Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) squadrons in Belgium and Northern France during World War I. Notable aces Edward Grange and Robert A. Little flew this very aircraft, scoring impressive victories in the skies. After the war, N5182 was acquired by a private collector from the French Air Force in 1959. The collector meticulously restored the aircraft to airworthy condition, preserving its historical integrity for future generations. In the 1980s, the Sopwith Pup N5182 became a prized addition to the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford's collection. The Sopwith Pup, also known as the Sopwith Baby, was a single-seat biplane designed for the Royal Flying Corps and the RNAS. Its distinctive shape and nimble flight capabilities made it a formidable aerial weapon during the war. Today, N5182 remains a testament to the ingenuity and determination of early aviation pioneers. Displayed at the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford in Shropshire, this aeronautical marvel continues to inspire and educate visitors about the history of flight. The Sopwith Pup N5182 is an essential piece of aviation history, representing the courage and innovation of those who took to the skies during a pivotal moment in human history. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the possibilities of flight were limitless.
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