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Hawker P. 1052 Sea Hawk
Prototype Hawker P.1052 As Flown by Test-Pilot Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown, Cbe, Dsc, Afc, Fraes, Rn (Born 21 January 1919) Former Royal-Navy Officer Date: 1948
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1. Title: "Test-Pilot Captain Eric Melrose Brown at the Helm of the Innovative Hawker P.1052 Sea Hawk Prototype (1948)" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the moment of history as Test-Pilot Captain Eric Melrose Brown, CBE, DSC, AFC, RN, takes control of the groundbreaking Hawker P.1052 Sea Hawk prototype during a flight test in 1948. Born on January 21, 1919, Brown was a former Royal Navy officer with an extensive aviation background, having already made significant contributions to aviation history. The Hawker P.1052 Sea Hawk, designed and manufactured by Hawker Aircraft Ltd. in the United Kingdom, was a revolutionary aircraft that combined the features of a fighter and a naval reconnaissance plane. The Sea Hawk was designed to meet the Royal Navy's requirements for a versatile, high-performance aircraft capable of operating from aircraft carriers. In this image, we see Brown in the cockpit of the Sea Hawk, concentrating intently as he prepares for takeoff. The aircraft, registered as VX272, is shown in mid-flight, with the wings angled upwards and the propellers in motion. The exterior of the plane is visible, revealing its sleek and aerodynamic design. The photograph was likely taken during an aerial or air-to-air shoot, as evidenced by the clear view of the Sea Hawk's exterior and the absence of any ground features in the background. This photograph is a testament to the rich aviation history of the United Kingdom and the groundbreaking achievements of the Hawker P.1052 Sea Hawk prototype. It also highlights the crucial role of test pilots like Captain Eric Melrose Brown in pushing the boundaries of aviation technology and paving the way for future advancements.
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