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Handley Page Hampden prototype at the SBAC show at Hatfield
Handley Page Hampden prototype at the SBAC show at Hatfield in June 1937. Date: 1937
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Hampden Handley Hatfield Prototype Sbac 1937
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In this photograph from the archives, the Handley Page Hampden prototype, registration G-EAQV, takes center stage at the 1937 Society of British Aircraft Constructors (SBAC) show held at Hatfield House in Hertfordshire, England. The date of this photograph is June 1937. The Handley Page Hampden, a versatile and advanced aircraft of its time, was designed primarily for the Royal Air Force (RAF) as a bomber and reconnaissance aircraft. The Hampden's sleek and aerodynamic design, featuring a twin-engine configuration and an enclosed cockpit, was a significant departure from the open-cockpit biplanes that dominated the skies during the interwar period. The prototype, with its distinctive roundels and markings, is shown here in pristine condition, ready to impress the crowds that gathered at the annual SBAC show. The SBAC show was an important event in the aviation calendar, providing a platform for aircraft manufacturers to showcase their latest designs and innovations to the public and industry professionals alike. The Handley Page Hampden prototype, with its impressive capabilities and modern design, was undoubtedly a major draw for visitors to the show. The Handley Page Hampden went on to serve with distinction during World War II, playing a crucial role in the RAF's strategic bombing campaigns. This photograph, taken at the 1937 SBAC show, captures a moment in history when the future of aviation was on full display, and the Handley Page Hampden was poised to make its mark.
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