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Morane-Saulnier MS. 500 Criquet G-AZMH
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Morane-Saulnier MS. 500 Criquet G-AZMH
Morane-Saulnier MS.500 Criquet G-AZMH (msn 637). The MS.500 was post-war production of the Fieseler Fi 156 Storch, with French-built copies of the wartime Argus As 10 engine. Date: 1980s
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This photograph showcases the Morane-Saulnier MS.500 Criquet, registration number G-AZMH (msn 637), in the 1980s. The MS.500 was a post-war production of the legendary Fieseler Fi 156 Storch, with French-built copies of the wartime Argus As 10 engine. The Storch, meaning 'stork' in German, was a versatile and iconic aircraft, widely used by the German military during World War II due to its short takeoff and landing capabilities. The MS.500 Criquet, manufactured by Morane-Saulnier in France, retained the Storch's distinctive features, such as its high-wing configuration and fixed tailwheel undercarriage. However, it boasted several improvements, including an upgraded Argus As 10C engine, which provided better performance and reliability. In this image, the MS.500 Criquet is seen in flight, showcasing its agility and grace. The aircraft's open cockpit, with its two seats side by side, offers an unobstructed view of the surrounding landscape. The wings, adorned with the French tricolor roundels and the Morane-Saulnier logo, add to the aircraft's distinctive appearance. The MS.500 Criquet continued to serve various roles, including military training, liaison, and observation duties, well into the 1980s. Its versatility, reliability, and short takeoff and landing capabilities made it a popular choice for both military and civilian operators. Today, the MS.500 Criquet is cherished by aviation enthusiasts and collectors as a piece of aviation history.
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