523A - Second prototype fitting 2 x Green E.6 engines. 529 - Enlarged version for long-range bomber role; two prototypes completed. Operators Global customers who have evaluated and/or operated the Avro 523 Pike. Nations are displayed by flag, each linked to their respective national aircraft...
Airborne Cigar (ABC) This was only fitted to the Lancasters of 101 Squadron. It was three aerials, two sticking out of the top of the fuselage and one under the bomb aimer's position. These aircraft carried a German speaking crew member on board and were used to jam radio to German ni...
A mid-wing design with a twin tail, the Lancaster was powered by four 1,460-horsepower Merlins, had a wingspan of 102 feet (31 metres), and was 69 feet (21 metres) long. It was operated by a basic crew of seven, including the pilot, copilot, bombardier, navigator, radioman, and...
After being supplanted by the Avro Lancaster, the Wellington served in mine laying, submarine hunting, photo reconnaissance, and other roles throughout the war.(more) 3 of 3 What was the Battle of Britain?Learn about the Battle of Britain, between Britain's Royal Air Force and Germany's ...