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Avro Lancaster VI ND784
Avro Lancaster VI, ND784, showing the installation of an Armstrong Siddeley ASX in the bomb bay. Testing was carried out from Bruntingthorpe. Following cancellation of the ASX project this aircraft was converted to take a Mamba turboprop in the nose
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Armstrong Avro Bomb Cancellation Carried Converted Following Installation Lancaster Mamba Project Siddeley Testing Turboprop
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This photograph captures the moment of innovation during the testing phase of the Avro Lancaster VI ND784, as engineers install an Armstrong Siddeley ASX engine in its bomb bay at Bruntingthorpe. The Avro Lancaster VI, a British four-engine heavy bomber, was a significant military aircraft used extensively during World War II. However, this particular aircraft was part of an experimental project to replace its original piston engines with the more advanced ASX turboprops. The ASX engine, developed by Armstrong Siddeley, was intended to provide greater efficiency and performance, reducing the need for large crews and increasing the aircraft's payload capacity. The installation process was meticulous, requiring careful planning and precision to ensure a seamless integration of the new engine into the Lancaster's design. Unfortunately, the ASX project was eventually cancelled due to various technical challenges and cost concerns. As a result, the Avro Lancaster VI ND784 was converted to accommodate a Mamba turboprop engine in the nose instead. This adaptation allowed the aircraft to continue serving in various roles, including transport and research, for several more years. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers and innovators who worked on the Avro Lancaster VI project, pushing the boundaries of aviation technology during a pivotal time in history. The installation of the ASX engine, though ultimately unsuccessful, represents an important chapter in the Lancaster's storied history.
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