The aircraft rocket (Part 2)

Accession Number F02399
Collection type Film
Measurement 16 min
Object type Training and Technical films
Physical description 16mm/b&w/sound
Maker British Thomas-Houston
Place made United Kingdom: England
Date made 1940s
Access Open
Conflict Second World War, 1939-1945
Copyright

Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain

Public Domain Mark This item is in the Public Domain

Description

A RAF technical training film produced by British Thomas-Houston (BT-H) at Rugby. Uses animated diagrams to explain the workings of the aircraft rocket. The characteristics of rockets are compared to artillery shells. Explained are the main features of rocket motion and methods of sighting.

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