Ilford
Note: This map only shows the position of Ilford within the UK. If anybody can kindly provide a more exact location for this venue, or venues, this will be much appreciated.
ILFORD: Temporary aerodrome
Operated by: At least by one of the Alan Cobham Tours in the early 1930s
Location: ?
NOTES: To date, in early 2018, the only evidence I have found is a mention in the excellent book Cornwall Aviation Company by Ted Chapman, published in 1979.
This was when, from 1932, the Cornwall Aviation Company were sub-contracted by Alan Cobham to provide a mostly 'joy-riding' operation. But, they also provided 'stunt flying acts'. And indeed, passengers could pay extra for being treated to basic aerobatics in the Avro 504K. It appears that women were much attracted to this option.
The mention is: "At Ilford, Captain Philips' aircraft suffered a broken tappet rod on take-off, but he managed to land safely with no injuries to the passengers."
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