Inside XM496: the world's only remaining RAF Bristol britannia

Video from the channel aero 1401 about Bristol Britannia, linked on its Above Ten Thousand entry. Duration: 8:47. Language: English. Video type: Onboard.

A walkthrough of the interior of XM496, presented as the only surviving RAF Bristol Britannia. Most of the video is an unnarrated visit with background music.

During the visit, a person gives a general explanation of how the Proteus turboprop works: the compressor compresses the air, fuel is added and the turbine drives the propeller. It also explains the problem of ice forming in the engines when flying over tropical areas, where chunks of ice would break off and affect the compressor.

A gathering is mentioned that brought together several of the aircraft's original test pilots and design staff, including chief designer Archibald Russell.