About This Aircraft
The Handley Page Hampden was a British twin-engine medium bomber that served in the early years of the Second World War. Its peculiar narrow but deep fuselage earned it the nickname "Flying Suitcase" among RAF crews. This example represents P1344, a Hampden that was recovered from a crash site in Sweden and restored. Powered by two Bristol Pegasus XVIII radial engines, the Hampden initially undertook daylight raids but suffered heavy losses. It was then switched to night bombing and minelaying operations with RAF Bomber Command. Though not as famous as later heavy bombers, the Hampden and its crews bore the brunt of the early bombing offensive against Germany, serving as a vital component of Britain's air campaign during the conflict's darkest days. This aircraft is the only surviving example of its type in the world.
Museums Featuring This Aircraft
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Currently, we don't have specific museum listings for the Handley Page Hampden TB.I. Many museums may feature this aircraft as part of broader collections.