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Tiger Moth I aircraft of the Central Flying School
De Havilland Tiger Moth I aircraft of the CFS rehearsing for RAF Display at Wittering, 13 June 1932
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© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of the interwar period in the Royal Air Force (RAF), as a formation of De Havilland Tiger Moth I aircraft take to the skies above RAF Wittering during rehearsals for the 1932 RAF Display. The Tiger Moth, a biplane trainer, was a mainstay of the RAF's training fleet during this era, with over 2,000 produced between 1931 and 1939. The scene is set against the backdrop of a clear blue sky, with the sun casting long shadows on the airfield below. The pilots, clad in leather helmets and goggles, concentrate intently as they prepare for their aerial ballet. The precision and discipline of the formation are evident, with each aircraft maintaining a steady distance from its neighbor. The Tiger Moth's distinctive silhouette, with its open cockpit and large wings, stands out against the cloudless sky. The aircraft's bright yellow and red markings, denoting its status as a training machine, add a splash of color to the monochrome image. This photograph, taken by renowned aviation photographer Charles E. Brown, offers a glimpse into the past, when the RAF was undergoing a period of rapid expansion and modernization. The Tiger Moth was a crucial part of this transformation, providing the next generation of pilots with the skills they needed to take to the skies and defend their country. The RAF Display at Wittering was an important event in the RAF's calendar, showcasing the latest aircraft and demonstrating the capabilities of its pilots. This photograph captures a moment in time, a fleeting instant in the history of the RAF, when tradition met innovation, and the future of military aviation was taking shape.
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