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de Havilland DH. 106 Comet C. 2 XK697
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de Havilland DH. 106 Comet C. 2 XK697
Royal Air Force - de Havilland DH.106 Comet C.2 XK697 (msn 06032), of no.216 Squadron. Date: circa 1965
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This photograph showcases the de Havilland DH.106 Comet C.2 aircraft, specifically XK697 (msn 06032), of the Royal Air Force's No. 216 Squadron, circa 1965. The Comet C.2 was a significant evolution in aviation technology, featuring a swept-wing design and turboprop engines, which improved both speed and efficiency compared to its predecessors. XK697 was part of a fleet of Comet C.2s that served in the RAF's transport role, providing essential air mobility for personnel and supplies. The Comet C.2's versatile design enabled it to operate from short and unimproved runways, making it an invaluable asset for the Royal Air Force during this era. In this image, XK697 is seen taxing on the tarmac, with its distinctive red, white, and blue RAF markings proudly displayed on the fuselage. The aircraft's engines are visible, their turboprop blades turning steadily as the Comet prepares for takeoff. The scene is a testament to the advanced engineering and design that defined the de Havilland Comet series, and the crucial role that the RAF's transport aircraft played in shaping aviation history. This photograph is part of The Peter Butt Aviation Collection, a renowned archive of aviation imagery, and is now available for licensing through Mary Evans Picture Library.
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