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Aviation History
1926
1926 - 0904.PDF
14 DECEMBER 2, 1926 The KG. HAWKER ENGINEERING Co, Ltd. [" FLIGHT " Photographs (1) The Hawker " Heron " with Jupiter Engine is a metal fighter embodying some novel and advanced construc- tional features. (2) The Hawker " Danecock," with Jaguar engine, is a single-seater fighter, supplied to the Royal Danish Naval Air Service, and now under construction in Copenhagen. (3) The Hawker " Hornbill," probably the most formidable " pursuit ship " yet constructed, is fitted with a Rolls-Royce Condor engine. At present the machine is undergoing secret trials. (4) The Hawker " Cygnet " is a two-seater " light " aeroplane in the actual sense, the structure weight being only 300 lbs. Fitted with Bristol Cherub engine, this machine won the " Daily Mail " Competition this year, and a sister machine obtained second place. (5) The Hawker " Hedge- hog " is a three-seater fleet reconnaissance machine with Jupiter engine and carries a big useful load. (6) The Hawker " Woodcock " with Jupiter engine, the standard night fighter of the Royal Air Force. 786w
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