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The prototype Porte / Felixstowe F5 N90
The prototype Porte/Felixstowe F5, N90
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This photograph showcases the prototype Porte/Felixstowe F5 N90, an innovative and groundbreaking aircraft that pushed the boundaries of aviation technology during the early 20th century. The Porte/Felixstowe F5, designed by Frederick Handley Page and Reginald Mitchell, was a British experimental transport aircraft developed between 1918 and 1921. The F5 N90 was the first aircraft in the world to be designed specifically for short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities, making it an essential precursor to modern transport aircraft. Its unique design featured a biplane configuration with a pusher propeller and a large tail that provided exceptional lift and stability during takeoff and landing. The prototype underwent extensive testing at the Porte Down Aerodrome in Hampshire, England, and later at Felixstowe Airfield in Suffolk. During these tests, the F5 N90 demonstrated remarkable performance, achieving a maximum speed of 85 mph and a range of over 500 miles. Its STOL capabilities allowed it to take off and land on short, unprepared runways, making it an ideal solution for transporting cargo and passengers to remote locations. Despite its impressive achievements, the Porte/Felixstowe F5 N90 did not enter production due to various factors, including the emergence of more advanced aircraft designs and financial constraints. However, its pioneering work in STOL technology laid the foundation for future transport aircraft, including the Handley Page Type O and the de Havilland Dragon Rapide. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the aviation pioneers who dared to dream and push the boundaries of what was possible in the early days of flight.
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