Monument record MHG32240 - Crusader
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 5453 2955 (80m by 80m) (Buffered by site type) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH52NW |
| Old County | INVERNESS-SHIRE |
| Geographical Area | INVERNESS |
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Grid Ref is not accurate - indicates centre point of Loch Ness.
John Cobb attempted a new water speed record in September 1952 in the jet-propelled boat Crusader. The boat was powered by a De Havilland Ghost jet engine, the same as was used in in the Comet jet airliners. It was built of aluminium and plywood and resembed a torpedo with ski-like floats on either side. The livery was red and silver.
"The Crusader built up to a speed of over 200 mph before disappearing in a cloud or water and vapour as she dipped her bow and broke apart, leaving virtually no trace and Mr. Cobb dead at the surface."
B.E.Gilgeous, Project Design for Loch Ness Project, June 2002.
See Associated Documents
John Wood 26.6.03
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Record last edited
Feb 9 2011 2:56PM
