de Havilland Mosquito Start up

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A visiting aircraft to Planes of Fame in Chino, CA during their monthly Hangar Talks/Flight Demos. And as always - I'm always trying to capture start ups, especially of aircraft that I've not had the opportunity in the past to document :)
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From CHATGPT - some info on the plane:
The de Havilland Mosquito, also known as the “Wooden Wonder” or “Mossie”, was a British twin-engined, multirole combat aircraft introduced during the Second World War. Its unique feature was its frame, which was primarily constructed from wood, making it an extraordinary engineering marvel. Here are some fascinating details about this iconic aircraft:
Construction and Nicknames:
The Mosquito’s airframe was predominantly made of wood, a departure from the typical metal construction of warplanes. This earned it the affectionate nickname “Wooden Wonder”.
Lord Beaverbrook, the Minister of Aircraft Production, playfully called it “Freeman’s Folly”, in honor of Air Chief Marshal Sir Wilfrid Freeman, who championed Geoffrey de Havilland’s unconventional design against orders to abandon the project.
In 1941, the Mosquito was one of the fastest operational aircraft globally, showcasing its remarkable performance.
Versatility and Roles:
Originally conceived as an unarmed fast bomber, the Mosquito’s role evolved significantly during the war. It served in various capacities:
Tactical Bomber: Used for low- to medium-altitude daytime bombing missions.
Night Bomber: Operated at high altitudes during nighttime raids.
Pathfinder: Guided other bombers to their targets.
Fighter-Bomber: Engaged in ground attacks.
Intruder: Intercepted enemy aircraft over their own territory.
Maritime Strike: Targeted naval vessels.
Photo-Reconnaissance: Gathered vital intelligence.
Transport: Even the British Overseas Airways Corporation utilized it for transporting high-value cargo through enemy-controlled airspace.
Notable Missions:
The Mosquito played a pivotal role in special raids, such as Operation Jericho, where it attacked Amiens Prison in 1944.
It executed precision strikes against military intelligence, security, and police facilities, including Gestapo headquarters.
On January 30, 1943, during the 10th anniversary of Hitler’s ascent to power, a Mosquito attack disrupted Hermann Göring’s speech by knocking out Berlin’s main broadcasting station.
Global Deployment:
The Mosquito flew with the Royal Air Force (RAF) and Allied air forces across Europe, the Mediterranean, and Italy.
It operated in the Southeast Asian theater and was used by the Royal Australian Air Force during the Pacific War.
Legacy:
The Mosquito’s innovative construction concepts were influenced by the DH.88 Comet racer and the DH.91 Albatross airliner.
Its speed, altitude capabilities, and range made it a formidable asset during WWII.
The de Havilland Mosquito remains an enduring symbol of ingenuity, adaptability, and courage in aviation history. 🛩️✨

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One of my favorite model kits as a kid!

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Nothing like the sound of a Merlin engine running!. Brill nuff said!🙂

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The most parts were out of wood, a super twin engined fighter.