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Turbo Union RB. 199 Mk. 104 engine
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Turbo Union RB. 199 Mk. 104 engine
Turbo Union RB.199 engine assembly hall at British Aerospace Warton, with a Mk.104 destined for a Tornado F.3. The RB.199 turbofan engine with afterburner, was developed specifically for the Panavia Tornado in a collaborative venture by Rolls-Royce, MTU and Fiat Aviazione. Date: 1988
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© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
1988 Aerospace Assembly Aviazione Destined Developed Fiat Panavia Rolls Royce Specifically Tornado Turbo Turbofan Venture Warton Afterburner
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This print captures the intricate assembly process of a Turbo Union RB.199 Mk. 104 engine at the British Aerospace Warton facility in 1988. The RB.199 turbofan engine, equipped with an afterburner, was meticulously developed for the Panavia Tornado fighter jet through a groundbreaking collaboration between Rolls-Royce, MTU, and Fiat Aviazione.
The image showcases the precision and expertise required to construct this powerful engine destined for a Tornado F.3 aircraft. Each component is carefully assembled in the state-of-the-art assembly hall, highlighting the cutting-edge technology utilized in aviation engineering during that era.
As one gazes upon this photograph, they are transported back to a time when innovation and teamwork drove advancements in aeronautical engineering. The dedication and skill of the technicians working on this RB.199 engine exemplify the passion and commitment necessary to propel flight technology forward.
This remarkable piece from The Peter Butt Aviation Collection serves as a testament to human ingenuity and collaboration within the aerospace industry. It stands as a reminder of how collective efforts can lead to groundbreaking achievements in aviation history.
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