The introduction of the Airco DH.9 was somewhat marred by a run of engine trouble with the six cylinder BHP. This was addressed by the Puma, and then ultimately the Liberty V12 in the DH.9A. Trenchard selected the DH.9 for use in his new independent strategic bombing force, and thus the type became Britain’s first strategic bomber #warbirds #ww1 #ww1history #dehavilland #history | Daniel J Wheatcroft

Quick video mixing some static display video with more dynamic flight video clips of the Microaces Airco DH2 kit. https://microaces.myshopify.com/collections/microaces-airco-dh-2/products/microaces-aero-airco-dh-2-hawker | Microaces

Airco DH4 & DH9: The Fast and Flawed Bombers of WWI That Shaped Future Designs The Airco DH.4, first flown in 1916, was a powerhouse of its era, reaching a blistering 143 mph and often outrunning enemy fighters. However, its design was flawed, placing a massive fuel tank between the pilot and observer, making communication nearly impossible. Its successor, the DH.9, debuted in 1917 aiming to fix these issues but was hampered by unreliable, underpowered engines. Despite these setbacks, both aircr

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