Castle Bromwich 1910
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CASTLE BROMWICH: Temporary flying site
Operated by: Mr Alfred P Maxfield
Location: Castle Bromwich playing fields – golf links
Period of operation: 1909 and September to October 1910
NOTES: Mr Maxfield took two 9hp aircraft to this location in 1909 but neither actually flew. However, it appears Mr Maxfield persevered and did eventually become the first Birmingham aviator. On the 27th September and the 7th October 1910 it is recorded that Mr Maxfields third aircraft did fly, climbing to approximately fifty feet. For reasons that remain obscure he then gave up attempts of flying despite being a prominent member of the Midlands Aero Club.
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