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Framed Print : English Electric Lightning F. 3 XR719 56 Sqn RAF Lakenheath 1
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English Electric Lightning F. 3 XR719 56 Sqn RAF Lakenheath 1
English Electric Lightning F.3 XR719 of 56 Squadron RAF at Lakenheath on 22 May 1965 Date: 1965
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Media ID 14220826
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1965 Airforce Electric Lakenheath Lightning Squadron
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "English Electric Lightning F.3 XR719 56 Sqn RAF Lakenheath 1." Captured in 1965, this captivating image showcases the power and grace of the English Electric Lightning, a legendary fighter jet that graced the skies of the Royal Air Force. This limited-edition framed print, sourced from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, brings a piece of aviation history right into your home or office. The high-quality print is expertly framed in a sleek, contemporary design, ensuring it is a standout piece that demands attention. Bringing together the rich history of the English Electric Lightning and the timeless beauty of photographic art, this framed print is an essential for aviation enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Order yours today and rekindle your passion for the past, present, and future of aviation.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph depicts English Electric Lightning F.3 XR719, a iconic jet fighter aircraft of the Royal Air Force (RAF), during its tenure with 56 Squadron at RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk, England, on 22 May 1965. The Lightning, a remarkable aircraft of its time, was a product of the English Electric Company and was known for its exceptional performance and versatility. The Lightning F.3 variant, of which XR719 was an example, was a two-seat, all-weather interceptor and strike aircraft. It was equipped with powerful Rolls-Royce Avon RA.14 engines, capable of generating 10,000 pounds of thrust each, enabling the aircraft to reach speeds of over Mach 2. The aircraft's sleek design and advanced avionics made it a formidable asset in the RAF's arsenal. The photograph captures XR719 as it taxis along the runway, its engines idling, ready for takeoff. The image is a testament to the power and presence of this historic aircraft, which served the RAF with distinction from 1959 to 1988. The photograph also provides a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the RAF's fleet was filled with such remarkable machines. This photograph, taken at RAF Lakenheath, is an important historical record of the English Electric Lightning F.3 XR719 and the RAF's rich aviation heritage. It is a must-have for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and anyone with an interest in military history and the technology of the past.
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