Aeronautical

A new series on things aeronautical and sky-oriented; more to come soon.

SKYTRIKES and WHING-DINGS

Names of military and civilian aircraft found in Britain
"...Grain Griffin, Parnall Puffin, Wisp, Weasel, Tomtit and Goblin
Quicki Longeze, Currie Super Wot, Beardmore Wee Bee and Watkinson Dingbat...."

SKYHOGS and SHAGBATS
Nicknames of aircraft, as given by those who flew them or their rivals.
"...Flying Potato, Whistling Wheelbarrow
Stringbag, Shagbat, Skyhog, Spam Can
Staggerwing and Stratobladder..."

Clouded sky from a photo by Eileen Kinghan