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Wg Cdr Walter F. Gibb DSO DFC, Bristol test pilot, alon?
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Wg Cdr Walter F. Gibb DSO DFC, Bristol test pilot, alon?
Wg Cdr Walter F. Gibb DSO DFC, Bristol test pilot, alongside Bristol Brigand RH297 at the 1947 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at Radlett on 14 September. Date: 1947
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1947 Alongside Brigand Bristol Gibb Pilot Radlett Test Walter Aeronautics
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In this striking photograph, taken at the 1947 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at Radlett on 14 September, we find Wg Cdr Walter F. Gibb DSO DFC proudly standing next to the sleek and powerful Bristol Brigand RH297. Gibb, a distinguished test pilot for the renowned British aircraft manufacturer, Bristol Aeroplane Company, is dressed in his full Wing Commander uniform, adorned with his well-deserved decorations - the Distinguished Service Order (DSO) and Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC). The backdrop of the image is the idyllic setting of the garden party, with lush greenery and a clear blue sky overhead. However, the focus is undoubtedly on Gibb and the impressive Brigand aircraft, which he had played a significant role in testing and bringing to fruition. The Brigand, a twin-engine, two-seat, jet-powered fighter-bomber, was a formidable addition to the post-war Royal Air Force (RAF) inventory. Gibb's career as a test pilot began during World War II, where he proved himself as a skilled aviator and a valuable asset to the RAF. After the war, he continued his work with the Bristol Aeroplane Company, playing a pivotal role in the development and testing of various aircraft models. His dedication and expertise were instrumental in ensuring the success of these advanced aeronautical projects. This photograph captures a moment in time, showcasing the synergy between the human spirit of innovation and the technological marvels of aviation. Wg Cdr Walter F. Gibb stands as a testament to the pioneering spirit of the post-war era, with the sleek and powerful Brigand RH297 as a symbol of the progress and achievements in the field of flight.
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