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Aviation History
1949
1949 - 1945.PDF
Ready for delivery r the R.A;F;V.R; cotowsof this production Chipmunk 10 enhance an already attractive apfigarance. HOWEVER long-awaited—and usually the event isconsidered overdue—the introduction of almost anynew type of Service aircraft is an occasion of deep and protracted interest. No exception to this rule is the D."H. Chipmunk trainer, the first examples of which are now being delivered. Although Regular R.A.F. establish- ments are not scheduled to receive this type, large numbers of Chipmunks are, nevertheless, destined for a long and useful Service life. A Ministry of Supply contract, signed curlier this year, established the Chipnlunk as the standard a in raft for pilot training in the R.A.F. Volunteer Reserve. At present, therefore, only Reserve Flying Schools and University Air Squadrons are on the "waiting list." As a direct successor to the gallant Tiger Moth, which has been in service for 15 years (9,000 were built), the Chip- munk must live up to a high reputation. On this score, however, there should be no worries ; its pedigree is un- impeachable and its progress from the beginning has been singularly trouble-free. The Chipmunk is powered by the same bask type of engine as the Tiger Moth, and the two aircraft are of similar all-up weight. Considerable interest lies, there- fore, in a direct comparison. Many advantages oi the newer trainer are not immediately apparent. The increase in engine power is fractional, but aerodynamic cleanness has a marked effect on speeds; at sea level, the Chipmunk is capable of 143 m.p.h. (maximum) and cruises at 124, hil corresponding "placard " figures for the Tiger Moth ' Flight " photograph One of the 9,000 Tiger Moths built (this one is "owned " by No. 17 R.F.S.) offers a direct comparison with its sleek successor.
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