An experimental jet-powered flying-boat fighter developed to explore dispersed operations from sheltered water bases.
Primary roleFighter
First flight1947
OriginUnited Kingdom
ManufacturerSaunders-Roe Ltd.
Documented variants1
Crew modeCrewed
AirframeFixed Wing
Variants
| Designation | Type | Role | Recorded operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| SR.A/1 | Prototype | Fighter | Royal Air Force |
Sources and further reading
Structured references supporting this aircraft family, variants, specifications, and narrative sections.
- The Complete Book of Fighters: An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Every Fighter Aircraft Built and Flown — Salamander · Tier 3