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Percival Provost T. 1
Percival Provost T.1 prototype (WE522) in flight from Luton, 21 May 1952
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1275350
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14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of photographic prints, featuring the iconic "Percival Provost T.1" by Charles E. Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum. This historic photograph captures the prototype WE522 in flight from Luton on 21 May 1952. Relive aviation history with this stunning image, expertly printed on high-quality photo paper to bring out the intricate details and vibrant colors. Add a touch of nostalgia and aviation charm to your home or office decor with this unique and authentic piece. Order yours today from Media Storehouse and experience the thrill of aviation history in your very own space.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this historic photograph, we witness the Percival Provost T.1 (WE522) taking to the skies above Luton on 21 May 1952. The Percival Provost is a two-seat, single-engine jet trainer aircraft, developed by the British company Percival Aircraft for the post-World War II Royal Air Force (RAF). This prototype, T.1, was the first of its kind to fly, marking a significant milestone in the Provost's development. The Percival Provost was designed to replace the venerable de Havilland Vampire T.11 as the RAF's primary jet trainer. With its sleek, modern design and advanced avionics, the Provost offered an effective training platform for RAF pilots in the post-war era. The aircraft was powered by a Rolls-Royce Derwent 5 engine, capable of producing 5,500 pounds of thrust, giving the Provost a top speed of over 500 miles per hour. In this photograph, we see the WE522 prototype in its element, soaring gracefully through the clouds. The pilot, clad in his flying gear and focused intently on the task at hand, is a testament to the confidence and skill required to fly this advanced machine. The ground crew, positioned at the ready, are a reminder of the teamwork and dedication that went into bringing this aircraft to life. The Percival Provost would go on to serve the RAF faithfully for over two decades, training countless pilots and contributing to the continued success of the British air force. This photograph, captured by Charles E. Brown, is a poignant reminder of the innovation, determination, and spirit of aviation that defined the post-war era.
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