Vickers-Supermarine Rolls-Royce S.6 Seaplane 1931

This historic aircraft secured the Schneider Trophy for Great Britain on the 13th September, 1931, when it flew a course over the Solent of 217.48 land miles at an average speed of 340.08 mph. Subsequently, a world speed record of 407.5 mph was established with it. A Rolls-Royce engine which develops 2,300 hp is fitted. This vintage postcard is a fascinating piece of aviation history. It features an image of the Vickers-Supermarine Rolls-Royce S.6 seaplane, a British aircraft that holds a significant place in aviation history. This collectible postcard comes from The Science Museum in London and bears its No. 152 identification.