The Blackburn Roc: A Detailed Examination of a Unique Aircraft

In the panorama of British aviation history, the Blackburn Roc stands out with distinctive features and a unique legacy. Named after the legendary Roc of Arabian Nights, this aircraft broke new ground as the first British model to be fitted with a hydraulically operated turret. Equipped with four 0.303 Browning machine guns and capable of reaching a top speed of 165 mph, the Roc was no ordinary bird of the sky.