Short Brothers Short Rangoon

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The Short Rangoon, which first flew in 1930, is a British flying boat accommodating five crew members. Measuring 20.1 meters long with a 28.3-meter wingspan and powered by three engines, the Rangoon achieves 185.1 km/h. This substantial aircraft served passenger and cargo transport across imperial routes and civilian operations. Its multipurpose flying boat configuration provided operational flexibility across diverse missions, while its proven structural design and reliable powerplants ensured consistent performance over extended water-based operations.