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Blackburn R.1 Blackburn - 4 Minute Video

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Study Blackburn R.1 Blackburn - 4 Minute Video, a Dr. Alex Clarke video from 5 Oct 2020, with 6 time notes. Topics include Blackburn Blackburn, Carrier Aviation, Fleet Air Arm.

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Runtime4:02
Guide points6 time notes

Time notes

  1. 0:08
    Why the R.1 became the Blackburn Blackburn

    Two accounts explain the R.1's doubled Blackburn name: a Lancashire place-name and the reuse of the manufacturer's name.

    Notable Point
  2. 0:59
    Dart components simplified Fleet Air Arm spares

    The R.1 used a two-bay biplane layout and components shared with the Blackburn Dart to simplify Fleet Air Arm spares holdings.

    Chapter
  3. 1:45
    Cabin space for long reconnaissance sorties

    A wider, semi-monocoque fuselage provided enclosed working space for the R.1's reconnaissance crew on long sorties.

    Notable Point
  4. 2:12
    Deck-landing visibility and defensive guns

    The R.1's sloping cowling gave the pilot a good view of the carrier deck, while a forward-firing Vickers gun and a rear Lewis gun provided defensive armament.

    Notable Point
  5. 2:45
    A full-depth fuselage for three crew and fuel

    The R.1 remained a three-seater despite four crew positions, using a full-depth fuselage and up to 90 gallons of fuel for its reconnaissance role.

    Notable Point
  6. 3:28
    Landing gear for early carrier arresting wires

    Because it was not a torpedo carrier, the R.1 used conventional strengthened landing gear with claws for early deck arresting wires.

    Notable Point