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Comper C.L.A.7 Swift
G-ACTFComper C.L.A.7 Swift
Main photo: Canon EOS 7D Mark II, 1/250th sec, f/9, ISO 100 + Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L
The Comper C.L.A.7 Swift (CLA = Cranwell Light Aeroplane) is a sports aircraft built in the 1930s. In 1932 a Gypsy-engined Swift came second in the King's Cup Air Race.
In 1996 G-ACTF was acquired by the Shuttleworth Collection based at Old Warden, Bedfordshire and is maintained in airworthy condition. It is regularly seen at Shuttleworth airshows.
Post-restoration, it was repainted in its 1933 red and white colour scheme.
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