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Airspeed Horsa.
An extremely successful troop carrying assault glider used in WW2 by the British and
Americans. It was largely of wooden construction. Served with 21 HGCU at RAF Elsham Wolds
late 45 to 46.
Top speed: 150 mph on tow. 100 mph gliding
Engine: None
Wingspan: 88 ft
Length: 67 ft
First flight: 1940
Manufacturer: Airspeed.
Crew: 2 plus 25 max soldiers.
Compiled by David Fell. The photos are pics from my own archive.
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