RE: Knowledge Quiz for Warbird wiz
Okay; this is a fastball. No curves or knuckles involved; right over the center of the plate. This question refers to a single warbird aircraft; not a “series” of aircraft, such as a Nieuport 11 or Hurricane. If the plane was, for example, a Hurricane; I’m looking for the number of the aircraft, the name of the pilot, and details as to why this aircraft stands out in history.
Question: What was the single most successful scout or fighter aircraft ever flown by the Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) Royal Flying Corp (RFC) or Royal Air Force (RAF)? Who flew the plane; and why was it considered to be so successful? I want the type of aircraft; the number; the pilot and some details. Thanks; Ernie P.
Clues:
(1) This plane shot down more enemy aircraft than any other single aircraft.
(2) The pilot involved never scored a victory in another aircraft of this type.