 Jason I', de Havilland DH60G Gypsy Moth, 1928.
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Picture Number:10216060
Credit:Science Museum/Science & Society Picture Library
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Description:
De Havilland Gipsy Moth Aeroplane 'Jason I' In 1930, English aviator Amy Johnson (1903-1941) piloted Jason I to become the first woman to fly solo from Great Britain to Australia, flying from Croydon in Greater London, to Darwin in the Northern Territory. The Gypsy Moth contributed to the growth of private and sport flying between the two world wars, and was used for many great aviation feats. About 1000 were built by the de Havilland company at Edgware, Greater London.
Object Number: 1931-27
Date Made: 1928
Maker: De Havilland Aircraft Company
Place of Production: Stag Lane
In Collection of: Science Museum
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