The Fighter Factory is working on several projects for the upcoming WW1 air show in October. This curiosity was outside the hanger! The DR1 wing inside.
Rich
What is it?
The Fighter Factory is working on several projects for the upcoming WW1 air show in October. This curiosity was outside the hanger! The DR1 wing inside.
Rich
I'd say it was an engine test stand, for checking out engines off the airframe. Either acceptance testing, or for maintenance in a workshop.Originally Posted by richard m schwab
The Fighter Factory is working on several projects for the upcoming WW1 air show in October. This curiosity was outside the hanger! The DR1 wing inside.
Rich
Mike
"Flying is learning to throw yourself at the ground and miss" Douglas Adams
"Wings of Glory won't skin your elbows and knees while practicing." OldGuy59
It is an original LeRhone. If you are on Facebook here is a link to a run up of it.
Rich
https://www.facebook.com/FighterFactory/?ref=br_rs
And two minutes later, there's a rush on the porta-potties.... >;)
Chris
Standing downwind could open you up!I will inquire what lubrication they use these days!
Rich
That is an interesting video to watch, Richard, particularly the way the propeller blades appear to bend.
David
I keep watching it, knowing that the engine is spinning at the same speed as the prop but the cylinders seem fixed!
Rich
Great to watch - you wouldn't think that little rig could drag you round the skies let alone into combat.
Sapiens qui vigilat... "He is wise who watches"
Two of them back in 2014.
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