THE CHALLENGE The Royal Air Force required two quality viewing platform prototypes to be designed and manufactured for the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team (RAFAT), more commonly known as The Red Arrows for use at their RAF base in Scampton, Lincoln. An intermediate handrail, low step riser and anti-slip platform were all required, for safety . A safe working load was also important, being set at a desired weight of 364kg to allow a maximum of 4 people on the platform at any one time. The aesthetics were the final point for consideration, with the RAFAT wanting a platform that provided visual impact when against the aircraft. THE BRIEF The platforms were required for allowing visitors to safely view the front cockpit area of the Hawk TMk1 Aircraft. The On-site consulta

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