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Supermarine S6 - Schneider Trophy 1929

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Supermarine S6 - Schneider Trophy 1929

The Supermarine S6 which helped Great Britain win the Schneider Trophy in 1929. The Schneider Trophy was a competition for seaplanes held in 1929 off Cowes, Isle of Wight. The plane is estimated to attain a speed of 360 mph, fitted with a modified Rolls Royce engine. Date: 1929

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Champion Competition Coupe Cowes Isle Jacques Maritime Rolls Royce Schneider Sea Plane Supermarine Trophy Wight Winner 1929


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1. Title: "Supermarine S6: Britain's Champion Seaplane in the 1929 Schneider Trophy". This photograph showcases the Supermarine S6, the British seaplane that etched history in 1929 by winning the prestigious Schneider Trophy competition off the coast of Cowes, Isle of Wight. The Schneider Trophy was an international seaplane race established in 1913 to promote the development of high-speed seaplanes. In this particular event, the Supermarine S6, piloted by the legendary British aviator, Captain H.F. Mudie-Smith, reached an estimated speed of 360 miles per hour, shattering the previous record and securing the trophy for Great Britain. Powered by a modified Rolls-Royce engine, the Supermarine S6 was a marvel of aviation engineering. Its sleek, streamlined design and innovative features, such as retractable landing gear and a cantilever wing, set new standards in seaplane design. The plane's success in the Schneider Trophy competition marked a significant milestone in the evolution of aviation and solidified the reputation of the Supermarine S6 as a champion of the skies. The Schneider Trophy competition, held in the waters off Cowes, Isle of Wight, attracted aviators and spectators from around the world. The event showcased the latest advancements in seaplane technology and pushed the boundaries of what was thought possible in aviation. The Supermarine S6's triumphant victory in the 1929 Schneider Trophy competition is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of its designers and pilots, and remains an enduring symbol of Britain's rich maritime and aviation heritage.

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