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So, internal weapon carriage - apart from the last versions carrying 4 Sea Eagles; ( more likely 1 0r 2 + fuel ) ring any bells re. F-35 etc, far more effecitive than Tornado & likely to give a Super Etendard a run for its' money ?
Probably the best thing Wart On came up with, though the cockpits were described as ' steam driven slums '.
Actually, nowt to do with Warton! Designed and built by Blackburns at Brough and test flown from Holme on Spalding Moor (having been dragged there through the back roads of East Yorkshire).
Cockpits were described as ergonomic slums in the 13 years and 2500hrs I was flying 'em! The offset seating arrangement was a brilliant move to give a good view forward for the GIB and assist with crew cooperation (you could actually hit the pilot on the back of his helmet with a ruler if he didn't do as he was told!).
Ahar - great days!
Foldie