Compass, Navigational, Type P8 RAF Ref 6A/0726 C-43

Compass, Navigational, Type P8 RAF Ref 6A/0726 C-43The Type P8 Navigational Compass, Ref 6A 0726, was used across numerous aircraft of the British Royal Air Force during WWII, including Spitfire, Hurricane, Mosquito, and Beaufighter. The compass body rests in a vibration mount, and the compass ring can be rotated to indicate course. The compass is ~5 inches diameter and 3 inches deep. Its original wooden case is 7 inches square. Inspection stamps of 1940 and 1942 can be seen inside the lid. The

the pages number in the hundreds (its paginated by section) including technical diagram fold-outs

25in diameter and ~ 2

The meter measures 7in x 6in x 5in

The #4 pointer appears to be loose but might be able to be re-inserted firmly

The knob at the bottom is used to adjust variation

I know of no other aircraft that used these fuel quantity gages (i

Commonly used in aircraft such as the Lancaster

which indicate airspeed in 100 km/h increments

The dial markings are clear and precise

The horizon sphere rotates freely

Manifold Pressure

The A-8 included a filter for the vacuum air which is drawing across the gyro to power it while in flight