Thursday, August 7, 2025

First Torpedo launch from an airplane


A torpedo is successfully dropped from a Short Type 166 during tests in 1914 .  The plane had a wingspan of 57 feet and was powered by a 199 hp Salmson engine.  It was classified as a "folder" to be used on the seaplane carrier Ark Royal. The wings folded backwards 90 degrees for storage. 

 

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