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DEVON C.2 Cockpit
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History of the de Havilland DH.104 Devon C.2
The de Havilland DH.104 Devon C.2 was developed in the 1940s and was a twin-engine, low-wing monoplane used primarily as a military transport and communications aircraft.
It played a vital role in both military and civilian applications serving as a reliable transport aircraft, capable of carrying personnel, cargo, or a combination of both due to its spacious interior accommodating up to eight passengers very comfortably, making it an ideal choice for executive travel or aerial reconnaissance missions.
The Devon (based on the DH.104 Dove family of aircraft) found extensive use within the Royal Air Force.
Its adaptability and reliability made it a favoured plane among military transport and liaison squadrons.
Additionally, civilian operators such as airlines, charter companies, and private owners embraced the Devon C.2 for its performance and reliability.
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One remarkable restored example can still be found at the Ulster Aviation Society, albeit a Nose Cockpit due to it being retired to Aldergrove's Fire Dump in mid-1984.
It originated from Devon VP957 of the RAF's 207 Squadron for its entire life until it was recovered by the 817 ATC Sqn and partially restored during the 1990s through to mid-2017 when the UAS proudly took over the restoration, and it now offers a unique opportunity to appreciate its craftsmanship and engineering excellence.
It has an iconic shape and we actively encourage children to get into the cockpit and imagine flying it!
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