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The Avro G being assembled at Larkhill in August 1912
The Avro G being assembled at Larkhill in August 1912. Date: 1912
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a team of workers is seen meticulously assembling the Avro G biplane at Larkhill in August 1912. The Avro G, designed by the visionary British aviation pioneer Alliot Verdon Roe and his company Avro, was a significant development in the early history of aviation. This particular aircraft was being assembled for the Royal Flying Corps (RFC), the military aviation branch of the British Army, which was expanding its fleet to bolster its aerial capabilities. The scene at Larkhill, a former military training ground in Wiltshire, England, is one of industrious activity. Workers in various stages of clothing, from shirtsleeves to overcoats, are spread out around the aircraft, focusing intently on their tasks. Some are riveting metal panels to the wings, while others are attaching wires and cables to the engine or adjusting the control surfaces. In the background, other Avro Gs and other makes and models of aircraft can be seen, evidence of the burgeoning aviation industry and the RFC's growing fleet. The Avro G was a two-seat, biplane designed primarily for military reconnaissance and training purposes. It was powered by a 50 horsepower Gnome Le Rhone rotary engine and had a top speed of around 60 miles per hour. The aircraft's open cockpit, fabric-covered wings, and wooden structure were typical of the era, but its robust design and reliable performance made it a popular choice for the RFC. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of aviation, when the technology was still new and the possibilities seemed endless. The Avro G, and the team that assembled it at Larkhill in August 1912, were part of a pioneering era that would forever change the way we travel and explore the world.
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