In Somerset’s Skies
In Somerset’s Skies by Colin Cruddas, published by Amberley Publishing in 2010, explores the significant role Somerset has played in the history of British aviation. This 160-page book presents a detailed account of the county’s contributions to aircraft manufacturing since World War I, highlighting the importance of its airfields during World War II. The narrative covers the evolution of Westland in Yeovil and Weston Super Mare, showcasing its reputation as a center for rotary-wing craft design and construction.
Readers will find a comprehensive examination of the airfields, manufacturers, and notable aircraft associated with Somerset, including famous models like the Lysander and Whirlwind. The book also addresses the historical significance of airports in Weston Super Mare and Whitchurch for passenger travel, along with the Royal Naval Air Service’s Yeovilton airfield, which houses the Fleet Air Arm Museum. Through a combination of words and pictures, Colin Cruddas illustrates the aviation heritage that continues to attract tourists to Somerset today.
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Somerset has played an important part in the history of British aviation. Aircraft have been built in the county since the time of the First World War and the county’s airfields played an important part during the Second World War. The growth of Westland, at Yeovil and Weston Super Mare, has seen Somerset become a world-renowned centre for the design and construction of rotary-wing craft. Before their reliance on helicopters, Westland made such famous aircraft as the Lysander and Whirlwind, as well as the Wapiti and Wildebeast. Airports at Weston Super Mare and Whitchurch became important for passenger travel while the Royal Naval Air Service’s Yeovilton airfield is also home to the Fleet Air Arm Museum and Weston to the Helicopter Museum. In times past, the aviation industry was important to the county and today, while still important, aviation heritage brings many tourists to Somerset. Colin Cruddas tells the story in words and pictures of the airfields, manufacturers and aircraft that were made or flown over the county of Somerset.
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