Divers Raise Sunk Schneider Plane

Divers Raise Sunk Schneider Plane

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The transcript describes the efforts of divers to recover the Snyder Trophy plane, S6B, after it sank during a practice flight piloted by Flight Lieutenant Stainforth. Stainforth was testing the plane to beat his own speed record when the incident occurred. Despite being trapped underwater, he managed to escape the cockpit. The plane, valued at £15,000, suffered minimal damage and is expected to be operational soon.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name of the plane involved in the incident?

S7C

S5A

S6B

S8D

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Flight Lieutenant Stainforth attempting to do when the plane sank?

Break his own speed record

Perform a new aerobatic maneuver

Test a new engine

Set a new altitude record

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Flight Lieutenant Stainforth manage to escape from the cockpit?

He broke the cockpit glass

He undid his safety strap and exited through the cowling

He was rescued by divers

He used a parachute

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long was the plane submerged underwater?

36 hours

48 hours

12 hours

24 hours

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the estimated cost of the plane?

£12,000

£15,000

£10,000

£18,000