1960-65 Undercarriage wheel and tyre Armstrong-Whitworth Ensign

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Undercarriage wheel and tyre Armstrong-Whitworth Ensign
Manufacturer	Armstrong-Whitworth
Production years	20th century
Production location	UK

Armstrong Whitworth established an Aerial Department in 1912. This later became the Sir W. G. Armstrong Whitworth Aircraft Company.

[edit] History

The Armstrong Whitworth Ensign first flew on 24 January 1938. Characterized by a sleek all metal structure and a large retractable undercarriage it was the largest pre-war landplane built for Imperial Airways. Fourteen were built, staying in passenger service until 1946. After war service the fleet survivors transferred to BOAC.

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[edit] In the Science Museum's Records

Inv. No: 1960-65