Title:TESTING THE VULNERABILITY OF AVIATION FUEL TANKS TO PROJECTILE PENETRATION [Allocated Title]
Film Number:MGH 6500
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Summary: Trials films (Series III, Rounds I to X) shot at ordnance proving grounds at the Armaments Research Department, Millersford (New Forest, Hampshire) record in vivid colour the explosions caused, and the resulting spray and ignition of petrol, when a fuel tank is penetrated by a projectile, presumably testing the vulnerability of allied aircraft to enemy fighter and anti-aircraft attack.