Saunders Severn

Severn
Prototype (N240).
General information
TypeMaritime patrol flying boat
National originUnited Kingdom
ManufacturerS.E. Saunders Ltd.
Designer
Harry Knowler
StatusLost 1932
Primary userRoyal Air Force
Number built1
History
Introduction date1932
First flightJuly 1930

The Saunders Severn was a three-engined biplane flying boat intended for maritime patrol duties. It performed well but was fragile and unreliable. Only one was built.

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