Deperdussin Collection

SPAD Deperdussin Monocoque floatplane
Schneider Trophy Air Race Winner 1913 Spad Deperdussin Monocoque Floatplane with 160HP Gnome Piloted by Prevast Number 19 on the Sea at the Monaco Hydro-Aeroplane Meeting April 1913 after a Landing

Wg Cdr J. A. Kent with the Deperdussin of 1910, belonging?
Wg Cdr J.A. Kent with the Deperdussin of 1910, belonging to the Shuttleworth Collection at the 1949 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at White Waltham Aerodrome on 8 May

Wg Cdr J. A. Kent in the cockpit of the Deperdussin of 19?
Wg Cdr J.A. Kent in the cockpit of the Deperdussin of 1910, belonging to the Shuttleworth Collection at the 1949 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at White Waltham Aerodrome on 8 May

Deperdussin of 1910, belonging to the Shuttleworth Colle?
Deperdussin of 1910, belonging to the Shuttleworth Collection, at the 1953 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at Hatfield on 14 June

Lt John Cyril Porte (1884-1919) in his Deperdussin shortly before his accident in the Circuit of Britain in 1911. ???????

Lt John Cyril Porte (1884-1919) in his Deperdussin shortly before his accident in the Circuit of Britain in 1911. Date: 1919

Lt John Cyril Porte (1884-1919) at Hendon alongside his Deperdussin. Date: 1919

British-built Deperdussin monoplane powered by a 100hp Anzani, entered for the British Military Aircraft Competition, August 1912, piloted by J.C. Porte. It won a 500 prize. Date: 1912

Ww1 Machine Gunner
The machine-gunner in position on a French Deperdussin monoplane, exposed to the elements as well as to the enemy

Deperdussin Monoplane
A supremely elegant design from one of the great French pioneers : piloted here by Vergnieault

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The SPAD Deperdussin Monocoque floatplane, a marvel of early aviation engineering, takes center stage in the Cyclopedia of Automobile Engineering. This groundbreaking aircraft, designed by the visionary Wg Cdr J. A. Kent in 1910, showcases the remarkable progress made in aviation during that era. Captured in captivating photographs, we see Wg Cdr J. A. Kent confidently seated within the cockpit of his beloved Deperdussin. The sleek lines and innovative monocoque design are evident as he prepares for takeoff. Lt John Cyril Porte also graces these pages with his own Deperdussin aircraft, showcasing its versatility and popularity among aviators. Today, these historic planes find their home at the prestigious Shuttleworth Collection - a testament to their enduring legacy. Visitors can admire and appreciate the craftsmanship that went into creating these pioneering flying machines from 1910. As we delve into aviation history through images of the SPAD Deperdussin Monocoque floatplane and its pilots' daring exploits, we gain a deeper understanding of how far flight has come since those early days. These captivating glimpses transport us back to an era when dreams took flight on wings crafted by visionaries like Wg Cdr J. A. Kent and Lt John Cyril Porte. In this tribute to innovation and courage, let us celebrate not just an aircraft but also those who fearlessly pushed boundaries skyward with their trusty Deperdussins by their side - forever etching their names in aviation's illustrious storybook.