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English Electric Lightning P-1A
The First English Electric Lightning P-1A Prototype Date: 1954
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1954 Electric Er 103 Er103 F 23 49 F23 49 Interceptor Jet Powered Lightning Mach Mach 2 Mach2 Mid Wing Prototype Supersonic Twin Engined Wg760
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of aviation history with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the English Electric Lightning P-1A prototype. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back to 1954 when innovation took flight. The first of its kind, the Lightning P-1A revolutionized the aviation industry with its supersonic speed and advanced design. Our Fine Art Prints are meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Each print is a limited edition, making it a unique addition to any home or office space. Relive the excitement of aviation's golden age with this stunning Fine Art Print of the English Electric Lightning P-1A.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases the historic moment when the English Electric Lightning P-1A prototype, registration WG760, took to the skies for the first time on March 4, 1954. The Lightning, a mid-wing, twin-engined, supersonic jet-powered fighter interceptor, was a groundbreaking design for its time, reaching speeds of Mach 2 (approximately 1,500 mph) and revolutionizing air combat capabilities. Designed by the British Aircraft Corporation (BAC), the Lightning was a product of the late 1950s arms race, with the need for a fast and agile interceptor to counter the perceived threat of Soviet bombers. The sleek, aerodynamic design of the Lightning, with its distinctive intake configuration and twin engines, made it a formidable presence in the skies. The prototype, affectionately known as ER103 or F.23/49, underwent rigorous testing and development, leading to the production of over 300 Lightning aircraft for the Royal Air Force. The Lightning served with distinction in various roles, including interception, ground-attack, and reconnaissance, until its retirement in 1988. This photograph, taken during the early stages of the Lightning's development, captures the excitement and innovation of the 1950s military aviation industry, as well as the determination to push the boundaries of what was possible in aircraft design. The English Electric Lightning P-1A prototype remains an iconic symbol of British aviation history and a testament to the ingenuity and vision of its designers and engineers.
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