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Napier-Heston Type 5 Racer G-AFOK crash
Napier-Heston Type 5 Racer, G-AFOK, crashed at the end of its first flight on 12 June 1940. Date: 1940
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This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of the Napier-Heston Type 5 Racer's unfortunate first flight on 12th June 1940. The sleek, streamlined monoplane, registered as G-AFOK, lies in ruins at the edge of the airfield, its wings and fuselage twisted and damaged beyond recognition. The Napier-Heston Type 5 Racer was a British racing aircraft, designed and built by Napier and Heston Aviation Ltd. with the aim of setting new speed records. Powered by a Napier Sabre engine, this advanced machine was expected to reach impressive velocities. However, on the morning of 12th June 1940, as the test pilot took off for the inaugural flight, disaster struck. The cause of the crash remains unclear, but the photograph tells a story of ambition and disappointment. The Napier-Heston Type 5 Racer's brief moment in the air ended in a devastating crash, leaving behind a reminder of the risks and challenges inherent in aviation innovation. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the past, offering a glimpse into the history of aviation and the daring spirit of those who push the boundaries of flight technology.
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