D-DAY SERIES - NORMANDY 1944/2014
The Hawker Typhoon was the absolute most famous British single-seat fighter-bomber utilized by the Royal Air Force during the 2nd World War. Its robust structure while the outstanding aerodynamic performance at low altitude managed to get ideal to execute ground attack and close support duties. The main armament, to boost the role of fighter-bomber, was mainly created by four 20 mm Hispano cannons installed into the wings. Thanks to the reliable Napier Sabre 24 pistons motor (capable provide above 2,200 hp), the Typhoon has the capacity to achieve a top speed of 660 Km / h and to carry 900 kg of rockets and bombs. It had been trusted through the 1944 the preliminary operations ahead of the D-Day
