TRADE DOUBLED
BRITAIN’S AIRCRAFT
INDUSTRY
DIG FOREIGN ORDERS,
(British Official Wireless) RUGBY, Dec. 31
Despite the world depression Britain has during the year doubled her aircraft exports. Three of the largest orders ever sent abroad by any foreign Power have been placed in England for the latest military aeroplanes of the interceptor lighting class, of which two types have been developed during the year. They are capable of speeds exceeding SCO miles an hour, and possess a remarkably rapid rate of climb.
Another factor in the increased aircraft export tradt* is that of the Handlev-Page 42-. son tor machines, which have been built for the Capetown service. They are three years ahead of their rivals in comfort, accomodation, performance, and economy.
In amphibians and flying boats also there has been a remarkable development. The first of the tug new flying boats being built at Rochester for 'service in the Mediterranean is expected to he ready for its ihing trials bv the end of the month.
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Gisborne Times, Volume LXXII, Issue 11404, 3 January 1931, Page 6
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