Short Satyrus

Previous | Home | Next

Short Satyrus
The "Satyrus" is a four-engined flying-boat operating on the Mediterranean section of the Empire routes of Imperial Airways. It has accommodation for sixteen passengers in one large cabin, with completely-equipped steward's compartment and toilet facilities aft. There are also large baggage, freight and mail holds fore and aft. The "Satyrus" was built by Short Bros. (Rochester and Bedford) Ltd. and is fitted with four Bristol "Jupiter" engines. It weighs, fully loaded, 14.3 tons, and has a cruising speed of 105 m.p.h.