BRITAIN LEADING IN AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURE
(United Press Assn.—By ElectsTelegraph.—Copyright.) RUGBY, December 30. 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 fighter class. Two types of interceptor aeroplanes have been developed the year. They are capable of speeds exceeding 200 miles hourly and possess a remarkably rapid rate of climb. Another factor in the increased aircraft export trade is the popularity of efficient light aeroplanes. Aircraft experts declared that the Hahdley Page forty-two-seater machines, which have been built for the Cape Town 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 the big new flying boats being built at Rochester for service in the Mediterranean is expected to be ready for its flying trials by the end of the month.
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Star (Christchurch), Issue 19267, 2 January 1931, Page 7
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