Tank, rectangular - aircraft compass

Rectangular type unit used for flying trials but found to be subject to vibrations. For the Wild Goose, magnetic transmitting compass. Final design of hollow moulded Bakelite float and holder for tank.

Object Details

ID: ACO0410.3
Type: Tank, rectangular - aircraft compass
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: circa 1935
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Admiralty Compass Observatory
Measurements: Overall: 185 mm x 255 mm x 125 mm
Parts: Magnetic transmitting compass - aircraft compass
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