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Miles Magister

The Magister was a two-seat monoplane basic trainer and light communications aircraft built
by the Miles Aircraft for the Royal Air Force and Fleet Air Arm. The type saw extensive WW2
service and was a popular private plane for many years post war. Served with the Station Flight
at RAF Elsham Wolds during WW2. 2 thought to be written off in crashes including 1 fatality -
Doc Mahon.

Top speed: 142 mph.

Engine: De Havilland Gypsy Major 130 hp

Range: 380 miles.

Service ceiling: 18000ft

Wingspan: 33ft 10 ins

Length: 24ft 7 ins

First flight: 1937

Manufacturer: Miles Aircraft

Number of seats: 2

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