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1938
1938 - 2029.PDF
JULY 14. x938. FLIGHT. 4i Private Flying nnong them was the Blackburn Skua, the Westland Lysander, and the D.H. Albatross. The building around which the day's party had really revolved is of particular interest, since it has been designed both for present convenience and future ex pansion. Working in collaboration with Mr. Whitney Straight, the architects— Robert Henning and Anthony M. Chitty have managed to produce a plan which is easily adaptable to alterations with out affecting the main structure. In its preliminary state the building is a complete and pleasant architectural unit. The public section includes a snack bar and other facilities, while the club members have the use of squash courts and the usual drinking, lounging and dining quarters. The way in which the latter were used on Saturday to pro vide space for a very large number of guests gave a slight idea of the general adaptability of the building. Among the firms (apart from the general eon-tractors, Sadler and Sons) who have shared in the work at the new Ipswich aerodrome build ings are: Boulton and Paul (hangar); Coldair (refrigerators); Esse Cookers (kitchen equip ment) ; Fison, Packard and Co. (bricks); William Freer (heating); Grampian (radio and public address equipment); T. Parsons and Co. and Walpamur (paint); Rowe Bros, (metal windows); and Viger Bros., Marholith and Stonart (flooring). This somewhat surrealistic impression at Ipswich suggests that the Albatross is trying to climb on to the airport roof to escape the militant attentions of the Sunderland and London (flying), Skua and Lysander. FROM the CLUBS and SCHOOLS LONDON T HE living time for last week was 98 hr. 50 min. Mr. G. I. A. Spittle made his first solo flight, and five new members joined. BOURNEMOUTH The flying time for the fortnight ended July 10 was 38 hours. Three new members joined. HAMPSHIRE Owing to bad weather during the past fortnight only 89 hr. 30 were liown. Mr J. A. Aris started his " A " licence course A Currie passed his Mr. J. 13 mm. :ence course and tests at Hendon. BORDER Extremely bad weather prevented much activity by members. However, the air services to the Isle of Man prevented the aero drome at Carlisle from suffering stagnation. YORKSHIRE The flying time for the past week was 69 hours, making the total for the month 76 hours. The total would have been higher, of course, had it not been for the poor weather experienced. READING Very great relief is felt at the rescue of Miss Joan Parsons, after her forced landing in Tangan^ ika. Two flying members left last week—Mr. C. C. Cumings, who is returning to the Sudan, and Mr. M. R. Thomas, who is going to India. CINQUE PORTS The exceptionally bad weather, restricted the flying time to 35 hours during the past week. Mr. F. J. O'Connor has completed his " B " licence night flying and Mr. H. D. Donkin made a successful first solo. Four new members joined. HANWORTH The total flying time for the week was 77 hr. 50 min. Messrs. J. D. Randall, A. T. Parris and Miss Ida Van Zanten obtained their "A" licences and Mr. K. Wyllie completed his first solo. Theie was OIK; new member ;.nd Messrs. F. Segrera and R. C. Jude com pleted their " B " licence night flights. ROMFORD The Romford Flying Club has recently completed negotiations for use ol a 100-acre landing field at Fairlop. This field has been licensed by the Air Ministry, and in future nil pupils will receive instruction there. During this year, incidentally, the club machines have carried more than 1,700 joy-riders. Lady Londonderry and Lady Shelmerdine were among the spectators at the " all-women " air display last Saturday. MARSHALL'S During the week which ended on July 3, Messrs. Connor, Butcher and Reeves completed their " A" licence tests with Marshall's Flying School. Two pupils joined and the flying total was 40 hours. Last week was a good one at Cambridge for early soloists. Two members, Messrs. Shortt and Darling, were sent off alone for the first time and the former, with Messrs. Humphrey and Butcher, qualified for their " A " licences. The flying total for the week was 60 hours. BARTON (BEDS) The Bedford School of Flying had quite a good week in spite of comparatively bad weather, and Mr. G. T. Perkins passed his " A " licence tests. The C. of A. overhaul on the Gipsy I Moth has now been completed. C.A.S.C. The Corps' first cross-Channel flight was made on Sunday, July 3. Six members in three machines flew from Cambridge to Le Touquet. A somewhat less ambitious flight was made by another member to Hatfield, and the flying time for this week-end amounted to 25 hr. 50 min. High winds prevented the proposed trip to Barton and only 3 hr. 15 min. flying time was recorded last week-end. The next cross- Channel trip for members will be made on July 24. SOUTH COAST The pilot's height judging competition for a cup presented by Mrs. Beadle was won by .Mr. A. G. Head; Mr. L. Gilson was second. and Miss A. Kelsey third. On Sunday, July 17, an arrival competi tion for aircraft from all flying clubs is being arranged; the sealed time will be between 12.45 and 1.25 p.m. and the first prize will be five guineas. On Monday of last week several machines flew to the British Empire Exhibition at Glasgow. Mr. L. Bellairs has pre sented a cup for competition—which will probably take the form of a cross-country handicap. The Folkestone Trophy Race IT seems that quite a good entry can be expected tor the Folkestone Aero Trophy Race, which will be flown from Lympne on Saturday, July 30. Among those who have already sent in their names are Mr. Alex Henshaw, who will fly his special King's Cup Mew Gull, and Mr. G. de Haviiland. who will, of course, fly the reconditioned T.K.2. The New Cubs A FDRTNIGHT ago Mr. A. J. Walter, the concessionaire for the American Piper Cub, reduced the British prices ol these machines. The most expensive and well-equipped example, the J.3, is now sold for ^475, while the J.2, which is similar but without special equipment and upholstery, can be purchased for a figure as low as ^377. Recently the County Flying Club of Leicester has taken delivery of a third Cub for instructional flying at Rearsby. Quite shortly Mr. Walter hopes to have one of the new 50 h.p. models over in this country for demonstration purposes This machine can be fitted with the new Continental o.h.v. A-50 flat-four, the new Menasco flat-four or the three-cylinder radial Lenape Papoose, according to the wishes of the pur chaser. Naturally enough, the Continental engine will be fitted to the demonstrator, since Mr. Walter is agent for this make of power unit.
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