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When did the final Schneider Trophy win occur for a Mitchell design?

  • 1931

  • 1929

  • 1933

  • 1935

Answer

The final Schneider Trophy win for a Mitchell design took place in 1931, marking a significant milestone in aviation history. British pilot John Boothman, flying the Supermarine S.6B, secured victory for Great Britain with an impressive speed of 340.08 mph (547.31 km/h). This triumph cemented the legacy of designer Reginald Mitchell and his groundbreaking contributions to seaplane engineering.
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