SUPERMARINE SCAPA -
General reconnaissance
flying-boat developed to Specification R.20/31 as the Southampton IV and
produced to Specification 19/33. Powered by two 535 hp Rolls-Royce Kestrel
IIIMS engines, the Supermarine Scapa (Supermarine Type 221) was first
flown in 1932 and 14 were built for RAF in 1934-36. Served with Nos 202,
204, 228 and 240 Sqns until 1938. Three Supermarine Scapas remained with
training units when war began and two of these at the FBTS survived until
August 1940, although possibly not flown after war began.
Max speed, 142 mph (229 kmlh).
Gross weight, 16,080 Ib (7,290 kg). Span, 75ft 0 in (22.85 m). Length,
53 ft 0 in (16.2 m) on chassis.
