ShopDreamUp AI ArtDreamUp
Deviation Actions
Description
The de Havilland Mosquito entered service in 1941 and was a triumph of innovation, using a mostly wood construction to create a light fast bomber that could out-run enemy fighters.
The Mosquito proved it's speed on it's first operation, when a PR version was able to leave three Bf-109s behind. Different versions of the Mosquito were used by several air forces during and after WW2.
The Mosquito was armed with 4 x 7.7mm machine guns and 4 x 20mm cannon (Fighter) and could also carry 4 x 500lb bombs (Bomber) or 2 x 250lb bombs (Fighter-Bomber)
This example is a Mosquito FB Mk VI of 45 Squadron RAF 1945.
Image size
1200x800px 148.46 KB
© 2011 - 2024 Claveworks
Comments1
Join the community to add your comment. Already a deviant? Log In
Mosquito FB MK VI
Powered by RR Merlin Type XXIII or XXV engines
Constructed by Standard Motors as part of Contract Number 1680 and delivered Between 16 June 1943 to 17 Dec 1944.
OB-C for Charlie was sent out to join 45 RAF Sqd by sea transport in 1945, assembled it was issued to 45 RAF Sqd based at Kumbhirgram in India from mid 1945 onwards.
The Mosquito was marked in standard SEAC Markings for South East Asia, IE colors of green/dark earth.
FTR from operations while being flown by F/L CR Goodwin and F/O S Potts on 15 January 1945.
Both Airmen have no known resting place and were lost without trace, post war research indicating they may now have been the victim of a JAAF Fighter Attack believed to be a Ki-43 'Oscar' in type during an air combat over Mekitla (Burma).
Powered by RR Merlin Type XXIII or XXV engines
Constructed by Standard Motors as part of Contract Number 1680 and delivered Between 16 June 1943 to 17 Dec 1944.
OB-C for Charlie was sent out to join 45 RAF Sqd by sea transport in 1945, assembled it was issued to 45 RAF Sqd based at Kumbhirgram in India from mid 1945 onwards.
The Mosquito was marked in standard SEAC Markings for South East Asia, IE colors of green/dark earth.
FTR from operations while being flown by F/L CR Goodwin and F/O S Potts on 15 January 1945.
Both Airmen have no known resting place and were lost without trace, post war research indicating they may now have been the victim of a JAAF Fighter Attack believed to be a Ki-43 'Oscar' in type during an air combat over Mekitla (Burma).