de Havilland DH.82 Tiger Moth

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This De Havilland Tiger Moth is a classic 1930s British biplane originally designed as a primary trainer aircraft for the RAF at Compton Abbas Airfield

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Aircraft

DH.82 Tiger Moth DH82

RAF trainer scheme, yellow/silver

Manufacturer

de Havilland

Gear

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Achievements

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 72.0

Classic biplane well-captured, but cluttered hangar and soft indoor light reduce visual punch.

Insights

Aviation History

Iconic pre-WWII/WWII trainer used by RAF and many other air forces, cornerstone of pilot training.

Fleet Rarity

Widespread in heritage/warbird circuits but almost never seen in commercial or military roles today.

Record Flights

No widely known record flights, but extensively used throughout the Commonwealth for pilot training.

Safety & Events

Numerous over its long service life; generally known for sad but rare trainer mishaps and as a classic airshow/heritage aircraft.

Future Outlook

Preserved, displayed, and flown in museums and airshows around the world.

Specifications

de Havilland Gipsy Major

Engine

8.94 m

Wingspan

7.29 m

Length

486 km

Range

153 km/h

Speed

2 (pilot student)

Capacity

829 kg

MTOW

2.68 m

Height

130 hp (97 kW)

Thrust

N/A – pre-ICAO noise standards

Noise