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Napier Lion VII
Aircraft & Exhibits, Circa 1927-1965, London, Hangar Three/Four, 65/E/1098
The Napier Lion VII was a racing version of the popular Lion engine, used widely in the 1920s. The VII powered racing aircraft as well as record breaking land and sea vehicles.
Pilot's flying log book of Pilot Officer William Arthur Darville (Bill) Brook, 13 May 1922-30 November 1925
Archives, 13 MAY 1922-30 NOV 1925, In Storage, X008-7740/002
Pilot's flying log book of Pilot Officer William Arthur Darville (Bill) Brook, 13 May 1922-30 November 1925
Aerial Gunner's badge, Pattern 1923
Aircraft & Exhibits, 1923-1939, London, Hangar Three/Four, X004-5294
The Aerial Gunner's badge was introduced in 1923 and was worn on the upper sleeve of the right arm, it was discontinued in 1939 with the introduction of a new cloth badge to be worn on the left breast.
Chaplain, No. 1 Dress, Collar, Ptn 1921
Aircraft & Exhibits, 1924-2000, London, Hangar Three/Four, 1987/1682/U
This collar badge was worn by RAF chaplains, all of whom held commissioned rank. The RAF Chaplaincy Branch is represented by a black cross on wings with an RAF monogram.
Trojan 4x2 Light Van
Aircraft & Exhibits, 1924-1935, London, Hangar One, 71/V/789
The Trojan light van was introduced by the RAF in 1924 as a cheap replacement for the Ford Model T vans of the First World War.
Supermarine Southampton Mk I
Aircraft & Exhibits, JUL 1925-NOV 1928, London, Hangar Three/Four, 67/A/705
Supermarine Southamptons were the first RAF flying boat designed after the First World War. They entered RAF service in 1925 at RAF Calshot, Hampshire and were used for maritime patrol around the world.
Napier Lion V
Aircraft & Exhibits, 1925-1965, London, Hangar Three/Four, 65/E/6
The Napier Lion was one of the most powerful engines developed for the RAF. It has an unusual ‘W’ arrangement with three rows of four cylinders. Lion V engines were fitted to Supermarine Southamptons.
Teddy Cooper, Lucky Mascot
Aircraft & Exhibits, 1925-1945, London, Hangar One, X002-9989
Aircrew are understandably superstitious. Many carry charms or undertake rituals in the belief that these will help protect them. This bear was the companion of Flight Sergeant Frederick Cooper and when Frederick joined the RAF the teddy also received a hand-knitted uniform.
Papers of Group Captain Claude C. O'Grady, 1925-1953
Archives, 1925-1953, In Storage, X008-7738
Papers of Group Captain Claude C. O'Grady, includes four pilots flying log books, ephemera and a large quantity of photographs.
Pilot's flying log book of Flight Lieutenant William Arthur Darville (Bill) Brook, 1 December 1925-31 July 1930
Archives, 01 DEC 1925-31 JUL 1930, In Storage, X008-7740/003
Pilot's flying log book of Flight Lieutenant William Arthur Darville (Bill) Brook, 1 December 1925-31 July 1930
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