Armstrong Whitworth AW 650 Argosy turboprop freighter, first of four ordered by Riddle Airlines, makes its maiden flight at Leicestershire, England. Aircraft is powered by four Rollsroyce Dart RDa. 7/2 engines delivering 2,100 eshp. each. The Argosy was on display at the Paris Air Show; military version has been adopted by RAF.
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