EXPORT OF AIRCRAFT.
LARGE ORDERS TO BRITAIN. REMARKABLE DEVELOPMENT. British Wireless. RUGBY. Dec. 31. In spite of the world depression Brit ain in 1930 doubled her aircraft expcts. 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 fighter class, of which two types have been developed duriag the"V ear. These machines are capable of speeds exceeding 200 miles an hour, and possess a remarkably rapid rate of climb.
Another factor in the increase in the aircraft, export trade is the popularity of efficient light aeroplanes. Aircraft expert:? declare that the Handley-Page 42scater machines, which have been built for the Capetown service, are three years ahead of their rivals in comfort, accommodation, performance and economy. In amphibians and flying boats also there has been a remarkable development. The first of tho largo new flying-boats which are being built at Rochester for service in the Mediterranean is expected to be ready for its flying trials by the end of tho month.
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New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVIII, Issue 20761, 2 January 1931, Page 10
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