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Captain Geoffrey de Havilland, designer and pilot
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Captain Geoffrey de Havilland, designer and pilot
Captain Geoffrey de Havilland (1882-1965), aircraft designer and pilot, in RFC uniform, standing in front of his Airco DH 9. Date: circa 1917-1918
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Airco Aviator Badge Capt Designer Geoffrey Hands Havilland Pilot Pioneer Pockets Relaxed Wings
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Captain Geoffrey de Havilland (1882-1965), a pioneering figure in the early days of aviation, is seen here in this evocative photograph, standing proudly in front of his Airco DH 9 aircraft during the First World War. Dressed in the uniform of the Royal Flying Corps (RFC), the British military air service, de Havilland exudes a sense of calm confidence as he places one hand on the wing of the plane and the other in his pocket. The distinctive RFC roundel and badge can be seen clearly on the fuselage of the DH 9, a versatile and effective multi-role aircraft that saw extensive use during the war. De Havilland, who was both an accomplished designer and pilot, played a significant role in the development of military aviation technology during the First World War. He joined the RFC in 1912 and quickly distinguished himself as a skilled aviator, before turning his attention to aircraft design. In 1915, he founded the De Havilland Aircraft Company, which went on to produce a number of iconic aircraft designs, including the DH 9. This photograph captures a moment in history when aviation was still in its infancy, and the men who flew and designed the planes were true pioneers. The image is a testament to the courage, ingenuity, and determination of those who took to the skies during the First World War, and serves as a reminder of the incredible advances that have been made in aviation technology since then.
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