![]() ![]() In recognition of his flights with the High Speed Flight of the Royal Air Force in connection with the Schneider Trophy Contest, 1931, culminating in the establishment of a world’s speed record on 29th September, 1931. In recognition of his achievement in winning the Schneider Trophy Contest, 1931.įlight Lieutenant George Hedley Stainforth. ![]() The KING has been graciously pleased to approve the award of the Air Force Cross to the undermentioned officers of the Royal Air Force :. George Stainforth was the first pilot to fly faster than 400 miles per hour. The official record time as published by the FAI is 655 kilometers per hour (407 miles per hour). Run 4: 405.4 miles per hour (652.4 kilometers per hour)Īverage: 408.8 miles per hour (657.9 kilometers per hour) Run 3: 409.5 miles per hour (659.0 kilometers per hour) Run 2: 405.1 miles per hour (651.9 kilometers per hour) Run 1: 415.2 miles per hour (668.2 kilometers per hour) The course was flown between Hill Head and Lee-on-Solent, on the Hampshire shoreline, with Flight Lieutenant Stainforth making four runs, two in each direction, to minimize the effect of winds. This would later be used to calibrate the time measurements. Also new was the fuel mixture of “wood alcohol” (methanol), gasoline and ethanol, being used in the engine for the first time.ĭuring the speed runs, the High-Speed Flight squadron engineering officer flew along the course at an altitude of 400 meters, carring a sealed barograph. Supermarine S.6B S.1595 had engine R27 installed, along with a new airscrew provided by Fairey Aviation Company Ltd. Fortunately, the special speed record engine, number R27, was not installed in S.1596 at the time of the accident. While being towed back to RAF Calshot, the airplane sank. S.1596 had been damaged on landing after a test flight, 16 September. The High-Speed Flight had originally intended to use the second S.6B, S.1596, fitted with a specially-prepared Rolls-Royce Type R engine, for the 3 kilometer record attempt. also does not warrant that this Site, various services provided through this Site, and any information, software or other material downloaded from this Site, will be uninterrupted, error-free, omission-free or free of viruses or other harmful components.Supermarine S.6B S.1595 at the London Science MuseumĢ9 September 1931: After waiting all day for the fog to clear, at 5:49 p.m., Flight Lieutenant George Hedley Stainforth of the Royal Air Force High-Speed Flight at RAF Calshot, made a 43-second takeoff run and began an attempt to set a new Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) World Record for Speed Over a 3 Kilometer Course. ¹ His airplane was a Supermarine S.6B, number S.1595, the same seaplane that won the Coupe d’Aviation Maritime Jacques Schneider race on 13 September. The user accepts the information as is and assumes all responsibility for the use of such information. has made every reasonable effort to ensure that the information provided is accurate, WCG Inc., and its partners, managers and staff, make no warranties, expressed or implied, on the information provided on this Site, or about any other website which you may access through this Site. As such, information on this Site does NOT constitute professional accounting, tax or legal advice and should not be interpreted as such.Īlthough WCG Inc. This Site may contain references to certain laws and regulations which may change over time and should be interpreted only in light of particular circumstances. The information contained herein is designed solely to provide guidance to the user, and is not intended to be a substitute for the user seeking personalized professional advice based on specific factual situations. ![]() Information provided on this web site “Site” by WCG Inc. He is also a member of the El Paso County Search and Rescue team (EPCSAR)! Make sure you have him on speed dial for your next outdoor adventure! When he’s not handling his Managing Partner duties at WCG, you can find Jason fishing, camping, hunting, or doing any outdoor activity with his wife Beth and two kids, Claire and Cooper! Can you say perfect Colorado family?!įun fact: Jason has extensive training in mountaineering skills and is even certified as an Emergency Medical Responder. Jason grew up in Golden, Colorado and enjoyed sports and the outdoors, which stuck with him throughout life! He graduated from Colorado State University in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science with a Major in Business Administration and a Minor in Media Studies-the perfect combo at WCG! As a CPA, CGMA he has the ability to guide critical business decisions and drive strong business performance using skills that encompass a mix of taxation, operations, management and strategy. Jason specializes in coordinating and consulting with businesses, their owners, individuals and families in building, and maintaining and transitioning wealth within the family unit. ![]()
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