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Kawanishi H8K2 Type 2 Model 12 Flying Boat Emily
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Kawanishi H8K2 Type 2 Model 12 Flying Boat Emily
Imperial Japanese Navy Kawanishi H8K Nishiki Hikotei Type 2 Flying Boat Emily Parked Date: 1940s
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, an Imperial Japanese Navy Kawanishi H8K2 Type 2 Model 12 Flying Boat, affectionately known as "Emily," is parked on a military airfield during the 1940s. The H8K was a long-range maritime patrol flying boat produced by the Kawanishi Aircraft Manufacturing Company for the Imperial Japanese Navy. The H8K was a formidable aircraft for its time, featuring a large hull made of wood and metal, and a wingspan of over 118 feet. Powered by four piston engines, it was capable of carrying a crew of up to eleven personnel and could fly for over 3,000 miles at a cruising speed of 150 miles per hour. This particular aircraft, with its distinctive markings and weapons systems, was used extensively for long-range maritime patrols and anti-submarine warfare during World War II. The H8K's advanced radar and sonobuoy equipment made it an effective tool for detecting and attacking enemy submarines, making it a valuable asset to the Imperial Japanese Navy. The photograph captures the H8K in a serene moment, parked on the tarmac with its engines turned off and its crew presumably taking a break. The image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when these flying boats were at the forefront of military aviation technology and played a crucial role in the Pacific Theater of World War II. This photograph is a reminder of the historical significance of the Kawanishi H8K2 Type 2 Model 12 Flying Boat Emily, and the vital role it played in the Imperial Japanese Navy's maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare efforts during the 1940s.
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