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Siskin IIIA Becomes the RAF's First All-Metal Fighter
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1927

Siskin IIIA Becomes the RAF’s First All-Metal Fighter

On 27 March 1927, the Armstrong Whitworth Siskin IIIA entered RAF service, becoming the Service’s first all-metal fighter in squadron use.

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On 27 March 1927, the Armstrong Whitworth Siskin IIIA entered RAF service, becoming the Service’s first all-metal fighter in squadron use.
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