Vickers Valetta

The Valetta was a military transport aircraft, the prototype of which flew for the first time on 30 June 1947. The C.I was the standard RAF version for use by Airborne Forces; could be used in various roles, such as troop-carrying, freighting, paratroop-carrying, supply-dropping and as an ambulance. The C.2 was a special VIP version for 9 to 15 passengers. The T.3 was designed specifically for use as a navigational flying classroom. A number of T.3s were later converted into T.4s with radar fitted in an extended nose. Production totalled 260 aircraft. Power was provided by two 1,472kW Bristol Hercules 230 radial engines.