Bristol Prier monoplane
The Bristol Prier monoplane was an early British aircraft produced in a number of single- and two-seat versions.At this time Bristol lacked a designer, George Challenger and Archibald Low having left the company to work for Vickers's newly established aircraft division.56 and 57, with a revised engine mounting, were started with the intention of taking place in the Daily Mail Circuit of Britain race.Six airframes were started (Nos 71-76), the first of which was carefully prepared, with the aluminium cowling polished, a pigskin-upholstered seat and stowage for binoculars and a thermos flask, for exhibition at the 1911 Paris Aero Salon where it was the only British aircraft on display.46 and 57) were adapted to take a 35 hp (26 kW) Anzani engine, with the intention of developing a low-powered sports aircraft.