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Vickers Viscount 9Q-CBS
Vickers Viscount 808C 9Q-CBS (msn 423), of Scibe Airlift Zaire, at Castle Donington, prior to delivery in Zaire on 16 November 1976. (Q-CBS was acquired from the Sultan of Oman's Air Force, where it had been registered as 504') Date: 1976
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1976 Acquired Airlift Donington Prior Registered Sultan Transortation Vickers Viscount Zaire Delivery
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In this photograph, the Vickers Viscount 9Q-CBS, with the registration number 808C and manufacturing serial number 423, is seen at Castle Donington Airfield in England, on the brink of its delivery to Scibe Airlift Zaire on November 16, 1976. The Viscount 9Q-CBS was previously a part of the Sultan of Oman's Air Force, where it had been registered as 504. The Vickers Viscount is a legendary turboprop airliner, renowned for its versatility and reliability. Designed and manufactured by Vickers-Armstrongs in the United Kingdom, the Viscount was first introduced in 1948 and remained in production until 1963. This particular Viscount, the 9Q-CBS, is an 808C variant, which was an upgraded version of the original Viscount, featuring more powerful engines and improved cabin comfort. As Scibe Airlift Zaire's newest acquisition, the 9Q-CBS was set to play a crucial role in the transportation sector of Zaire, a country in Central Africa. The aircraft's arrival at Castle Donington marked the final stages of preparation before its departure for its new home. The photograph captures the Viscount in pristine condition, with its engines idling, ready for the next leg of its journey. The Viscount 9Q-CBS's history is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Vickers Viscount, which served in various roles and fleets around the world, including military, government, and commercial applications. This photograph serves as a reminder of the rich aviation history and the significant role that the Viscount played in the development of air transportation.
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