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Royal Air Force Consolidated Liberator GR Mk. III (Special R
Royal Air Force Consolidated Liberator GR Mk.III (Special R.P.). The use of rockets against submarines got mixed reactions from the aircrew, but several Liberators were operated with the 8-rail RP-3 rocket installation on the lower forward fuselage. Also in evidence are the Leigh Light under the starboard wing, as well as the Air-Surface-Vessel (ASV) radar aerials on the fuselage and under the wings - Photograph date 16th July 1943. Date: 1943
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1943 Aerials Aircrew Also Consolidated Date Evidence Forward Fuselage Installation Leigh Liberator Liberators Lower Mixed Operated Photograph Radar Reactions Rocket Rockets Special Starboard Submarines Wing Wings
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This evocative photograph captures a Royal Air Force (RAF) Consolidated Liberator GR Mk. III (Special R) in flight during the Second World War, showcasing its unique anti-submarine warfare (ASW) modifications. The Liberator GR Mk. III was a variant of the Consolidated Liberator bomber, specifically adapted for maritime patrol and ASW missions. The Special R designation refers to the installation of the 8-rail RP-3 rocket launcher on the lower forward fuselage. The use of rockets against submarines was met with mixed reactions from the aircrew, but several Liberators were equipped with this innovative weapon system. Additional features of this aircraft include the Leigh Light, mounted under the starboard wing, which was used for nighttime illumination of the sea surface, and the Air-Surface-Vessel (ASV) radar aerials on the fuselage and wings. These advanced technologies enhanced the Liberator's ability to detect and engage enemy submarines, making it an essential asset in the RAF's ASW fleet. The photograph was taken on 16th July 1943, providing a fascinating glimpse into the technological advancements and operational capabilities of the RAF's maritime patrol aircraft during the Second World War. The Liberator GR Mk. III remains an iconic symbol of aeronautical innovation and the heroic efforts of the RAF in defending against the submarine threat.
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