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de Havilland Twin-Booms (Crowood Aviation)
de Havilland TwinBooms - Crowood Aviation Author:Barry Jones De Havillands first contribution to the brave new world of the jet fighter was the Vampire a small, attractive aircraft with its de Havilland engine mounted directly behind the pilot. Most distinctively, its tailplane and fins were supported by twin booms attached to the wings. This was to be the first in an illustrious and succes... more »sful trio of aircraft that shared the initial V in their name and the pretty twin-boom arrangement.« less