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Special Qualifications RAF Service Record
« on: Wednesday 06 March 24 15:04 GMT (UK) »
Hi all,

Is anyone able to point me in the direction for the meaning of these notes under special qualifications (RAF Service Record)

Many thanks  :)

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Re: Special Qualifications RAF Service Record
« Reply #1 on: Wednesday 06 March 24 15:39 GMT (UK) »
Some aircraft engine types used in 1930s:

Rolls Royce Falcon
ADC Cirrus
Rolls Royce Kestrel
Bristol Pegasus
Armstrong Siddeley Panther
De Havilland Gipsy

https://glostransporthistory.visit-gloucestershire.co.uk/royalair30.htm


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Re: Special Qualifications RAF Service Record
« Reply #2 on: Wednesday 06 March 24 15:42 GMT (UK) »
ARMSTRONG SIDDELEY CHEETAH

https://www.aarg.com.au/cheetah.html


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Re: Special Qualifications RAF Service Record
« Reply #3 on: Wednesday 06 March 24 15:50 GMT (UK) »
Seal was a type of aircraft which had a Panther engine

FAIREY GORDON   
        
The Fairey Gordon entered RAF service in 1931 as a replacement for the Fairey IIIF while its FAA equivalent the Seal went on strength in 1933. Both types survived until 1939.   
        
    Powerplant 525 hp Armstrong Siddeley Panther IIA


FAA = Fleet Air Arm (Royal Navy)   

https://glostransporthistory.visit-gloucestershire.co.uk/royalair30.htm



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Re: Special Qualifications RAF Service Record
« Reply #4 on: Wednesday 06 March 24 20:30 GMT (UK) »
Thanks very much Tony  :)
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