The de Havilland D.H.108 Swallow stands as a testament to the bold and innovative spirit of early jet aviation. Designed in the late 1940s, this British aircraft was a trailblazer, featuring a tailless, swept-wing design that was ahead of its time. The Swallow was developed to test high-speed flight and control at transonic speeds, contributing valuable data that would shape the future of aviation. With its distinctive silhouette, the D.H.108 broke several speed records and provided key insights into aerodynamic phenomena such as the sound barrier. Although it never entered mass production or saw combat, the Swallow's legacy lives on in its contributions to the development of later aircraft, including the iconic Comet, the world's first jet airliner. The D.H.108's adventurous spirit and technological achievements make it a fascinating chapter in the history of flight.
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A soft and comfy unisex hoodie that fits all your hoodie needs The fleece fabric makes it a great partner all year round be it a summer evening on the beach or a Christmas dinner in a mountain cabin
- 52 airlume combed ring-spun cotton 48 poly fleece
- Heather colors are 60 airlume combed ring-spun cotton 40 poly fleece
- Fabric weight 65 ozyd (2204 gm)
- Regular fit
- Side-seamed construction
- Blank product sourced from Nicaragua or the US
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