Constructed by the RAS Aeroplane Co, at Grange Airfield, Gosport, Hants, UK, around 1909/1910, the framework was of brazed cycle tubing.
The name RAS came from the initials of the three London men who were responsible for the flying machine: Mr Reader, a barman; Mr Allen, a bricklayer; and Mr Sheffield, a chauffeur. Constructed by Vic Hutfield, the aircraft made several flights with a 24 hp or 35 hp Lascelles engine.
For many years it hung in a workshop roof in Gosport until sold, and was last seen on a lorry heading for London.
Engine; 35 h.p. Lascelles
Propeller; 7ft.
Wing span; 32ft 4in
Length; 28ft 6in
Wing area; 210 sq.ft
Total weight; 7001b
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