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Boulton Paul Sea Balliol T. 21
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Boulton Paul Sea Balliol T. 21
Boulton Paul Sea Balliol T.21 (WL715) in flight 1953
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© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
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In this striking photograph, we see the Boulton Paul Sea Balliol T.21 (WL715) soaring through the sky, leaving a trail of vapor in its wake. Taken in 1953, this image captures the postwar era of the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Fleet Air Arm, as they transitioned into a new age of aviation. The Boulton Paul Sea Balliol was a two-seat, single-engine, amphibian aircraft that was designed for the RAF and the Fleet Air Arm for use as a trainer and for maritime reconnaissance. The Sea Balliol was an improvement over its predecessor, the Boulton Paul Balliol, with its larger wings and more powerful engine, making it capable of longer flights and greater load-carrying capacity. This particular aircraft, WL715, is seen in flight, its wings glinting in the sunlight and its floats skimming the water below. The cockpit is open, revealing the two pilots in flight gear, focused intently on their tasks. The Sea Balliol was a popular and effective aircraft in its time, serving with the RAF and the Fleet Air Arm until the late 1950s. Charles E. Brown captured this moment in history with his camera, preserving it for future generations to appreciate. The RAF Museum, where this photograph is housed, is a testament to the rich history of the Royal Air Force and the Fleet Air Arm, and this image is a reminder of the important role that the Sea Balliol played in that history. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the courage and skill of the pilots who flew these aircraft, and the vital role they played in protecting the United Kingdom's shores and interests.
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