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Gloster Javelin FAW. 1
Gloster Javelin FAW.1 aircraft (XA620, XA627, XA618 and XA619) of 46 Squadron RAF flying in formation from Odiham, 4 December 1956
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1275358
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14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of high-quality photographic prints featuring the iconic Gloster Javelin FAW.1 aircraft in action. Captured by renowned photographer Charles E. Brown, this stunning image showcases four Javelins (XA620, XA627, XA618, and XA619) of 46 Squadron RAF soaring in formation over Odiham on 4 December 1956. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail for a museum-quality display. Bring the history and majesty of the RAF into your home or office with this captivating aviation print from Media Storehouse.
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 evocative photograph, captured by Charles E. Brown, we witness a formation of four Gloster Javelin FAW.1 aircraft from 46 Squadron of the Royal Air Force (RAF), as they soar through the skies above Odiham on 4 December 1956. The Javelin, a versatile and advanced jet fighter, was a postwar addition to the RAF's fleet, designed to meet the demands of the Cold War era. The Javelin FAW.1, specifically, was an all-weather interceptor variant, equipped with radar and other advanced avionics to enable effective air-to-air combat in adverse weather conditions. The four aircraft depicted in the photograph, XA620, XA627, XA618, and XA619, are seen flying in a tight formation, a testament to the pilots' skill and the aircraft's agility. The Javelin was a significant advancement in RAF technology, with its swept-wing design, twin engines, and advanced avionics. It was also the first RAF aircraft to be designed entirely using wind tunnel testing, ensuring that it was both efficient and effective in combat. The Javelin served with distinction in the RAF, seeing action in various conflicts and operations, including the Suez Crisis and the Aden Emergency. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of history, as these iconic aircraft take to the skies over Odiham, their powerful engines roaring, their wings slicing through the air. It is a reminder of the courage and skill of the pilots who flew these machines, and the vital role that the RAF played in defending the United Kingdom during the Cold War era.
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