Aircraft Photo of 556 | Sopwith 1A2 | France - Air Force | AirHistory.net #4177
Aircraft
Registration / Serial:556
Aircraft Original Type:Sopwith 1½ Strutter
Aircraft Generic Type:Sopwith 1½ Strutter
Aircraft Version:Sopwith 1A2
C/n (msn):
Operator Titles:France - Air Force
Location
City / Airship Base:Chalais-Meudon - Airfield / Airship Base (closed)Map
Country:France
Airport Codes:None
 
Photo Date:1 June 1975
Photo by:Mick Bajcar
Photo ID: 4177
Photo Comment

This aircraft, built in 1917, was seen at the Musee deL'Air collection at Chalais Meudon before the collection moved to Le Bourget. It was basically unrestored and looked better for it. I am uncertain whether the markings are French or British.

This photo is copyright © Mick Bajcar, and may not be used or published in any way without permission.

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