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Westland Whirlwind I

Westland Whirlwind I P7048, the company demonstrator, 20 April 1944

The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation

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© Charles Brown Collection, RAF Museum

World War Two


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1. Title: "Westland Whirlwind I P7048: A Pioneering WW2 RAF Fighter This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the Westland Whirlwind I, military registration number P7048, during its tenure with the Royal Air Force (RAF) in the mid-1940s. The image, taken by renowned aviation photographer Charles E. Brown, offers a unique glimpse into the history of this pioneering British fighter aircraft that played a crucial role during World War II. The Westland Whirlwind I was a single-engine, two-seat fighter designed to address the RAF's need for a versatile and effective ground-attack aircraft. Its distinctive features, including the large, fixed radial engine and enclosed cockpit, set it apart from other contemporary fighters. The aircraft's versatility was underscored by its ability to be armed with a variety of weapons, including rockets, bombs, and machine guns. P7048, as the company demonstrator, was an essential testbed for evaluating the Whirlwind's capabilities and refining its design. In this photograph, the aircraft is seen in its natural habitat – the wartime airfield – with its wings folded, ready for transportation or storage. The image conveys a sense of purpose and readiness, reflecting the critical role the RAF and its aircraft played in the defense of the United Kingdom and its allies during World War II. The Westland Whirlwind I served with several RAF squadrons, seeing action in both Europe and the Mediterranean. Its contributions to the war effort were significant, and its legacy laid the groundwork for the development of more advanced ground-attack aircraft. Today, the RAF Museum in London preserves this important piece of aviation history, allowing future generations to learn from and be inspired by the pioneering spirit of those who designed, built, and flew the Westland Whirlwind I.

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