BE-2 and Sopwith Tabloid

The transcript covers early 20th-century aviation milestones, highlighting Cody's 1912 military trials victory and the development of the B2 biplane by Geoffrey de Havilland, which became the official government military aircraft. It also discusses the rise of private competition with the Stockwith tabloid and Britain's first participation and victory in the 1914 Schneider Trophy race in Monaco, piloted by Pixton.

What significant event took place at Lark Hill in 1912?

• The invention of the jet engine

• The first transatlantic flight

• Cody winning the first prize at military trials

• The first commercial flight

Who was responsible for designing the B2 biplane?

• Samuel Cody

• Geoffrey de Havilland

• Orville Wright

• Howard Hughes

What was the role of the Royal Aircraft Factory at Farnborough?

• To manufacture commercial airplanes

• To organize air shows

• To train pilots for commercial airlines

• To develop the official government military aircraft

What was the Stockwith tabloid known for?

• Carrying the first airmail

• Winning the first air race

• Being part of a famous line of fighting aircraft

• Being the first commercial aircraft

In which year did Britain win the Schneider Trophy race?

• 1912

• 1914

• 1913

• 1915